January - 2007 - Obituaries from The News-Star

January 1, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BELVA HOWARD PARKS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Belva Howard Parks, 94, of Rocky Branch will be held 3:00PM Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007 at the chapel of Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville with Bro. Lloyd Boudloche and Bro. James F. Mooney officiating. Interment will be in the Rocky Branch Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Parks was a homemaker and member of Rocky Branch Assembly of God. She is preceded in death by her husband Percy Parks; parents Barney & Rozelia Howard; three brothers: James, Travis and Loyal "Bo" Howard. Survivors include: two sons: Presley & wife Linda Parks of Rocky Branch, LA, and Rev. Ralph Parks & wife Peggy of Kamiah, ID; one sister: Utopia Jones of Dubberly, LA; three grandsons: Scott, Paul and Nat Parks; ten grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great grandsons. Any planned memorials may be made to The Gideons International, Box 124, Farmerville, LA 71241. The family of Mrs. Belva Howard Parks would like to express their thanks to the staff of Glenwood Medical Center for the love and care given to their mother. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com Visitation will be 1:00PM until time of service Tuesday, Jan. 2, at Farrar Funeal Home.

Jerry Awtry, 76
RAYVILLE — Jerry Awtry, retired from State Farm Insurance Co., died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Ollie Ebey Campbell, 85
LAKE CHARLES — Ollie Ebey Campbell, formerly of Ferriday, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Christobel Gully Collins, 95
Christobel Gully Collins, owner of Collins Electric Co., of Monroe, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Barham Funeral Home, Meridian, Miss.

Agnes Goad, 90
RUSTON — Agnes Goad, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ruth Laing, 87
BASTROP — Ruth Laing, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are are 10:30 a.m. today at Stevenson Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Winifred DeMoss McCaa, 92
Winifred DeMoss McCaa, a homemaker of West Monroe, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Light Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patti B. McGahan, 55
Patti B. McGahan, an employee of Louisiana Center for the Blind, of West Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roger Wayne Wilson, 58
FERRIDAY — Roger Wayne "Butch" Wilson, former Ferriday chief of police, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be at Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Previously acknowledged
Carter, Charles O.: Graveside 11 a.m. Tuesday, at Riverside Cemetery, Monroe.
Hamilton, Alyssa: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
McInnis, Mae Theresa: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville.
Neal-Jones, Angela: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Brownsville Bapitst Church, Columbia.
Parker, Joyce A.: 11 a.m. today, Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Parks, Belva Howard: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Pratt, Carmie: 11:30 a.m. today, Antioch Community Cemetery, Ward 10

January 2, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. JERRY AWTRY Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jerry Awtry, 76, of Rayville, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Rayville, LA with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Jerry Awtry was born on July 18, 1930 in Anniston, AL. He is a graduate of Bessemer High School in Bessemer, AL, and Samford University in Birmingham, AL. Jerry served as an Army Radio Operator during the Korean Conflict. He retired from State Farm Insurance Co. in Monroe, LA in September 1996 after 40 years with the company. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Carl P. and Frances Ellison Awtry; his brother, Carl E. Awtry and his sister, Ruth Awtry Brooks. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Diane Knight Awtry of Rayville, LA; his daughter, Lori Awtry Cole and husband, Terry Cole of Houston, TX and his daughter, Leslie Delane Awtry of Houston, TX; his sister, Louise Mullis of Warner Robins, GA and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Errol Miller, George Abbott, Lloyd Nance, Jim Adams, Todd Morris, Barry Collins, Jonathan Knight and Robert Knight. Honorary pallbearers are Butch Sartain and Tommy Borum. The family has requested that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church of Rayville where Jerry was a very active member and deacon. To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

LOMA GIDDENS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Loma B. Giddens 100, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Farmerville Church of Christ with Rev. Harold Robertson officiating. Interment will follow in Liberty Hill -Taylor cemetery in Farmerville. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM on January 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Born on December 15, 1906 she was the eldest of five children born to Jesse and Lillie Brantley. She passed away on December 31, 2006 of natural causes. Preceding her in death were her parents, her brothers, Carnie and Jim Brantley, her husband of fifty-seven years, Charles P, two grandson, Noel Brent Giddens and Charles Marion Giddens and two daughters-in-law, Earline Giddens and Elsie Giddens. Survivors include her children, Wayne P. (Erma Jean) Giddens of Farmerville LA; Billy G. (Patricia) Giddens of Levelland, TX; Fern (Robert) Nelson of Levelland, TX; Jesse G. ( Faye) Giddens of Farmerville, LA; ten grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren, 2 sisters, Fern Norris of Lafayette, LA; Starline Hill of West Monroe, LA; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. "Mrs. Loma" was the manager of Farmerville High School Cafeteria for over thirty years. She had fond memories of her kids that she fed over the years. She was a member of the Farmerville Church of Christ and attended faithfully as long as her health permitted. Pallbearers are John W. Giddens, Randy Giddens, Jesse G. Giddens, Jr., James B. Giddens, Ryan Giddens, and Jacob Rockett. Honorary pallbearers are Brad Taylor, Derek Taylor, Bret Padgett, Stein Baughman, Jr., Chiles Carpenter, W.D. Clinton, Billy Anderson, Joe Preaus and Louis Mashaw. The family expresses appreciation to Farmerville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and Dr. A.C. Wadlington for the loving care administered to their loved one. Messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. VIRGINIA K. SMITH Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Virginia K. Smith, 68, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, January 3, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Brother Keith Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Smith passed away on January 1, 2007, at her residence. Mrs. Smith was a member of the Calhoun Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her son, B.H. Smith. Survivors include her husband of forty seven years, Reggie D. Smith of West Monroe, LA; children, Mary Ann Huggins and husband Charles of Chatham, LA; Roger D. Smith and wife Sherry; and David Smith both of West Monroe, LA; mother, Daisy K. Flint of Ruston, LA; brothers and sisters, Leroy Kinison, Donald R. Kinison and wife Linda all of Monroe, LA; Juanita Graham and husband J. W.; Clara Telano and husband Harold all of Start, LA; Mitzie Patton and husband Billy of Ruston, LA; William Kinison of Monroe, LA; and Joy Windham of Nashville, TN; and a host of grandchildren, great grand children, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 9:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Charles Huggins, Billy Patton, J. W. Graham, Harold Telano, Todd Telano, and Ray Kinison. Honorary Pallbearer will be Luther Fife. Online Registry /Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhomes.com

Mrs. Dorothy Mae Afeman, 67
Dorothy Mae Afeman of West Monroe, a state Board of Education secretary, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial is at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens.

Michael Louis Griggs, 22
Michael Louis Griggs of West Monroe, an iron worker, died Sunday. Arrangements will be announced later by Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.

Infant Jontavian Anderson
TALLULAH — Jontavian Tycianna Nicole Anderson, infant daughter of LaKimbe Michelle Anderson and John Henry Lucas, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the arrangements of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Alfred L. Boyce, 93
Chief Petty Officer Alfred L. Boyce, U.S. Navy (Ret.) of West Monroe, formerly of McComb, Miss., died Sunday. A full military honor memorial service will be held at a later date in Dallas, Texas, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

George E. Cheathon, 59
TALLULAH — George E. Cheathon died Sunday at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Jackson, Miss. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Lillian White Clifford, 92
FERRIDAY — Lillian White Clifford, a homemaker of Huntington, Texas, and formerly of Ferriday, died Sunday. Services were set for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Ferriday Church of God. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Comer Funeral Home. Burial is at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez.

Raymond Lynn Croxton Sr., 89
RUSTON — Raymond Lynn Croxton Sr., Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cook Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial is at Douglas Cemetery near Choudrant.

Patti Brown McGahan, 55
Patti Brown McGahan of West Monroe, an administrator for the Louisiana Center for the Blind, died Sunday. Services were set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at McGuire United Methodist Church. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Awtry, Jerry: 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Carter, Charles O.: Graveside 11 a.m. today, at Riverside Cemetery, Monroe.
Goad, Agnes: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Hamilton, Alyssa: 9 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Neal-Jones, Angela: 11 a.m. today, Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Parks, Belva Howard: 3 p.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Wilson, Roger Wayne "Butch": 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday

January 3, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DOROTHY MAE AFEMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Mae Afeman, 67, of West Monroe, will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2006, at 10:00AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Franklin Pierce officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Afeman was born May 8, 1939, in Marksville, LA, and passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2006, in West Monroe. A veteran of the US Marine Corps, Mrs. Afeman was a retired secretary with the Louisiana State Board of Education. In addition to her parents, Cecil and Doris White, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hardy Afeman Jr. in 1998, a daughter, Debra Fowler, and a brother, Victor White. Mrs. Afeman is survived by 2 sons, Michael Yattaw and David Afeman and his wife, Emily; a grandchild, Austin Fowler; 3 sisters, Cecilia Butler and husband, Emery, Diana Hagan and husband, Gary, and Virginia Parker and husband, Alan; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Chad Coker, Chris Davis, Chris Palmer, Aubrey White, Cliff Clifton, and Alan Foy. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 3, 2007, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ALFRED LLEWELLYN BOYCE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Alfred Llewellyn Boyce U.S. Navy retired, 93, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006, in West Monroe, LA. Born Sept. 3, 1913, in McKinney, Texas, he is survived by his wife, Frankie Lloyd, to whom he was married for over 63 years. As a young man, he joined the U.S. Navy, seeing the world and being involved in many battles in the South Pacific during World War II, receiving the Purple Heart. He retired as a Chief Fire Control Technician and taught in the Naval Reserve for many years, devoting 30 years of military service to his country. He was a man of many skills. For many years he farmed and owned a dairy in East Fork, MS. He also was employed as a mechanic and a cook for an off-shore oil drilling company. Later he was employed as an electrician/mechanic with Croft Metals in McComb, MS. After retiring, he grew a lush backyard garden and as a "jack-of-all-trades," always kept busy at home as a handyman. In addition to his wife, left to cherish the many happy years of memories are his daughter Patricia Ann Smith and her husband Chuck of Phoenix, AZ; his daughter Lana Kay Boyce of Plano, TX; his son Dick Llewellyn Boyce and his wife Donna of West Monroe; grandchildren Betsy, Holly, and Mims Boyce and Greg Smith and his wife Jessi; and great-grandchildren Alex and Nicholas Smith. A graveside service with full military honors will be conducted in the National Veterans' Cemetery in the Dallas/Fort Worth area at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

CHRISTOBEL GULLY COLLINS Barham Funeral Home Meridian, MS Graveside for Christobel Gully Collins will be held Wednesday January 3, 2007 at 2:00PM at Cedar Lawn Cemetary, Jackson, MS with the Rev. Terry Love & Rev. Albert McMullan officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Lawn Cemetery Jackson, MS with Barham Funeral Home, Meridian, MS. Mrs. Collins, 95, of Monroe, LA died Saturday, December 30, 2006 at Meridian, MS. She and her husband were owners and operators of Collins Electric Co. Monroe, LA.

MICHAEL LOUIS GRIGGS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Michael Louis Griggs, 22, of West Monroe, will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2007, at 2:00PM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Mike Stravato officiating. Interment will follow at Douglas Cemetery in Choudrant, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Michael was born November 11, 1984, in Monroe, LA, and passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2006, in Shreveport, LA. A lifelong resident of the West Monroe community, Michael was an ironworker in the construction industry. He was preceded in death by both his father and his grandfather, Robert L. Griggs, Jr. and Robert L. Griggs, Sr. Michael is survived by his mother, Michelle Murphy and special father, Elgin Gatewood; his grandparents, Nancy Murphy, Mike Davis, and Linda and Devon Woodall; lifelong special friends, Heather Branch and family, and by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Active pallbearers will be Tony Hodge, Paul Davis, Ricky Bell, Jr., Kenny Green, Mike Green, and Victor Jensen. Honorary pallbearers will be Jamey "Red" Porter, Chad Hatten, Bobby Murphy, and Keith Woodall. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 3, 2007, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

J.E. HOBSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for J. E. Hobson, 65, of Sterlington, LA, owner and operator of Hobson wrecking yard will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, January 4, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. Victor Carter and Larry Carter, Jr. Interment will follow at Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. J.E. Hobson was born on March 25, 1941 in Monroe, LA, and passed away January 1, 2007. Mr. Hobson is survived by his wife, Omie Hobson of Sterlington; four daughters, Kathy Roberson and husband, Gene of Sterlington, LA; Marcy Casper and husband, Shannon of Farmerville, LA; Johnnie Lortz and husband, Jimmy of Sterlington, LA; Cindy Bridges and husband, Brad of Sterlington, LA; 5 grandchildren, Gerard Roberson, Ashley Roberson, Dusti Dunham, Devin Lortz and Brandon Bridges, 8 brothers and sisters, Patsy Slayton, Jimmy Hobson, Darlene Carter, Tommy Hobson, Judy Carter, Jerry Hobson, Ronnie Hobson, and Reggie Hobson, several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday January 3, 2007 at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be his brothers and brother-in-laws. Honorary pallbearer will be Gerard Roberson. Daddy will be missed very much. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JULIA JOSEPHINE HOWARD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Julia Josephine Hampton Howard, age 85 of Hebert will be held at 11:00AM, Thursday, January 4, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral in Columbia with Rev. Pam Roy and Rev. Don Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery. Mrs. Howard was born on February 1, 1921 in Richland Parish to the union of Charles Nolan and Ertie Glasco Hampton and died Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at the Franklin Parish Medical Center in Winnsboro. In 1948, Mama Jo began working in the cafetria at Hebert School. She worked at the Red Cross Drug Store beginning in 1956. She also worked at the Columbia Heights Pharmacy. She was co-owner of the Klothes Pin in Columbia for a number of years. She was a member of the Hebert United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Luther A. Howard, her twin sons: Matthew and Mark Howard, her grandson: Darren W. Howard and her sister: Doris H. Howard. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law: Lynette and Joe Maxwell of Hebert, her sons and daughters-in-law: Jimmy and Diane Howard of West Monroe, Jodie and Becky Howard of Hebert and Luther Nolan Howard of Hebert, her grandchildren: Tommy Howard, Jeff Howard, Luke Howard, Darell Howard, Tracie Maxwell, Dawn Yonts, Todd Maxwell, Max Howard, Tina Juneau, Michael Howard and Mark Howard, sixteen great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and her sisters: Hazel H. Ferrell of Natchez, MS and Jerri H. Pierce of Ferriday. Mama Jo's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00PM until 9:00PM and Thursday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

PATTI BROWN MCGAHAN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA A celebration of the life of Patti Brown McGahan, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and dear friend to many, will be at McGuire Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA at 2:00PM on Wednesday, January 3, 2007, with Reverend Michi Head officiating. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Patti was preceded in death by her father Doc F. Brown, infant sister Terri Lynn Brown, grandparents Daniel and Minnie Bareswill and, most recently, her dear aunt Bessie B. Brister. Patti's immediate family includes her mother Norma Brown Moses, husband Joseph R. McGahan, and daughter Erin Leigh McGahan. Throughout her life, Patti was an amazingly caring person whose love was so intense that her family and friends felt truly blessed that she was part of their respective lives. Indeed, Patti was a true beacon for love. As a worker, whether it was working as part of the legal system in Monroe, the Hilti Corporation in Tulsa, or The Louisiana Center for the Blind, it would be hard to imagine she could offer any more than she did on a day-to-day basis. And, though she died at a relatively young age, all who knew her felt very deeply about how fortunate we were to have for as long as we did, whether that be as daughter, mother, wife, friend, or co-worker. There is a clear consensus among those of us who were blessed by Patti that she might just well be a butterfly flying from flower to flower in the gardens of heaven. Visitation will be held Wednesday, from 11:00AM until 2:00PM, at McGuire Methodist Church in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. NANCY SAMANTHA SANDERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Samantha Sanderson, 91, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:30AM Thursday, January 4, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Mildred Lenard officiating. Graveside service will be held at Red Wing Cemetery in Oak Grove, LA, at 1:30PM Thursday. Mrs. Sanderson was born on February 5, 1915 in Ellisville, MS and passed away on January 1, 2007 at her home in Monroe, LA. She had lots of hobbies; her main ones were fishing, hunting, cooking and working in the garden. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry "SR" and three sons, Nelson Matthew, Billy Jerell, and Elton Ray. She is survived by a half sister, Myrtle Patterson, of Oak Grove, LA and nine children: daughter, Irene Dever of Galveston, TX; son, Henry "JR" and wife Carlene of Monroe, LA; Basil Sanderson and wife Norma of Bernice, LA; Dale and wife Hilda of Calhoun, LA; daughter, Jean and husband Bob of San Marcos, TX; son Jerry and wife Flo of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Maenell Sanderson of New Caney, TX; daughter Sandra Vaillancourt of Virginia Beach, VA; and son Shelby and wife Jayne of Austin, TX; twenty-nine grandchildren; forty-nine great grandchildren; and thirteen great great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Ricky Sanderson, Matt Sanderson, Roger Sanderson, Neal Sanderson, Ronnie Dever, Maurice Nelson, Philip Kirtley, and Mike Price. Honorary pallbearer will be Raymond Perkins. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 9:00PM Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Everyone who knew her will miss her. She always had a smile and always found something good in everyone she knew. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Clarence Alford, 61
Clarence "Chumpy" Alford of Monroe, a tree surgeon, died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Hasley Cemetery Gazebo, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert Bracy, 58
Robert Bracy of Monroe, a construction worker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Henry L. Brown, 55
WINNSBORO — Henry L. Brown, a construction worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Henry L. Brown, 55
WINNSBORO — Henry L. Brown, a construction worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gabrelle L. Davis, Infant
Gabrelle LaMiracle Davis, 10-month-old daughter of Gwendolyn Davis of Monroe, died Friday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Dennis James Ezell, 48
Dennis James Ezell of Calhoun, a pharmacist and owner of Pride Rite Pharmacy, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Kimberly Ann Garrett, 35
MID-WEST CITY, Okla. — Kimberly Ann Garrett, formerly of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Ruby Burleson Gipson, 91
BOSSIER CITY — Ruby Burleson Gipson died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Alabama Cemetery near Arcadia under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City.

Lula Griggs, 92
Lula Griggs of Calhoun, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Zelma Lue Massey, 69
BASTROP — Zelma Lue Massey, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

James E. Matthews, 54
FORT NECESSITY — James E. Matthews, a retired electrician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Fort Necessity Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Patti B. McGahan, 55
Patti B. McGahan of West Monroe, administrator of Louisiana Center for the Blind, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at McGuire United
Methodist Church. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

David Montgomery, 61
MARION — David Montgomery, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is in Sweet Lily Cemetery, Marion.

Jackie Nute, 51
FARMERVILLE — Jackie Nute, a carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is in County Line Cemetery, Spearsville.

Kenneth W. Rodgers, 54
FARMERVILLE — Kenneth Wayne Rodgers, a retired EMT, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Leonard Motts Ross, Infant
Leonard Motts Ross, 11-month-old son of Geneva Motts and Leonard Ross of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Friday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Eunice Faye Sandifer, 84
WINNFIELD — Eunice Faye Sandifer, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at United Baptist Church, Winnfield. Burial is in Jordan Hill Cemetery, Winnfield under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Marion M. Sistrunk, 87
OAK GROVE — Marion Madison Sistrunk, a heavy equipment operator, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Virginia K. Smith, 68
Virginia K. Smith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial is in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Misty Perot White, 28
HOMER — Misty Perot White died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Homer. Burial is in Arlington Cemetery, Homer.

Previously acknowledged
Awtry, Jerry: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville

January 4, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MONA LOUISE LEGGITT DAMMERAU Rose-Neath Funeral Home Shreveport, LA A memorial service will be held for Mona Dammerau ,63, on Friday January 5, 2007 at 11:30AM in the Rose-Neath Southside Chapel. Mona was born November 13, 1943 in Alexandria, LA. She passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2006 in Shreveport, LA. She lived most of her life in New Orleans, LA. She lived a very full life. Mona enjoyed raising Doberman Pinschers. She had a special love for her family. Mona was preceded in death by her parents, Holman and Reba Leggitt and a daughter, Rona Case. She is survived by her son, Adolph Neal Dammerau; her sister Regina Leggitt Pittman; her brother, Ted "Sonny" Leggitt and his wife Cathy; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a special friend Gilbert Guterrzies. A special word of appreciation is expressed to the Doctors and staff of LSU Medical Center, 6th floor K-9 west, as well as the staff of St. Joseph Hospice. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, or to the Doberman Rescue Association.

DENNIS JAMES EZELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Dennis James Ezell will be 2:00PM, Thursday, January 4, 2007 at First Baptist Church of Calhoun. Officiating will be Pastors Neil Everett, Terry Slawson and Werner Aswell. Interment will follow at Mount Zion Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Dennis James Ezell, 48, passed from this world to know peace with his Lord on January 1, 2007. Dennis was born on December 12, 1958 to Jimmy and Shelby Ezell of Slidell, Louisiana. He attended college at Louisiana College where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He then attended Northeast Louisiana University where he worked as a graduate assistant while earning his Masters in Biology and a Pharmacy degree. After graduation, Dennis chose to make his home in Calhoun, Louisiana. His joy in life was ministering to the needs of his family, friends, and neighbors within the community. His love and concern for the people he met soon made them like members of his family. Through his business, Price Right Pharmacy of Calhoun, he touched the lives of many with his compassionate care. Because of his generous nature, people who visited Price Right often left with fresh vegetables or a hug. They always left with a smile. Dennis served as a teacher and mentor to countless young people studying various forms of healthcare. Future pharmacists, nurses, and pharmacy technicians trained with Dennis before moving to the next level of practice. Helping them become their best was very important to Dennis. He enjoyed seeing the success of the students that he trained. Dennis coached kids of all ages through the West Ouachita Youth Basketball League at Seeker Springs and through the West Ouachita Little League Baseball Program. The kids will tell you that Mr. Dennis was their biggest fan and a positive role model. He loved them all like one of his own. Dennis ministered to this church family at First Baptist Calhoun as a Sunday school teacher and committee member on several church committees. He loved the Lord and shared his faith with others through First Baptist's FAITH visitation program. Dennis was a loving husband and father. He was a blessing to his family and a good friend to many. He will be greatly missed by the family and community who loved him. Dennis is survived by his wife of 22 years, Sandra Sims Ezell, and one son, Sagan; sisters, Joy Ezell, Lori Starnes, Nicole Drennen and husband, Erik and, Vicki Ezell; in — laws, Scottie and Bobbie Sims, Stacy Hathaway and husband, Reggie, Shannon Hancock and husband, Alan; nieces and nephews, Bret, Bart, Christopher, Kyle, Bethany, Cecilia, Avery, Arden, Gracie, R.J., Avery Reese and Riley. Pallbearers will be Mark Summerville, Rodney Roberts, Brian Ragan, Danny Purdy, Eddie Underwood, and Mike Cockerham. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Calhoun Building Fund, 2981 Highway 80 West, Calhoun, LA 71225.

A.J. FRANKLIN Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral service for A. J. Franklin, 82, of Winnsboro will be held at 10 AM Friday at Temple Baptist Church in Winnsboro with Dr., Bill Robertson officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery in Crowville, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Thursday at the funeral home. He was born to the union of Bennie and Nettie Chisholm Franklin on February 20, 1924, in Crowville and passed from this life Tuesday, January 2, 2007 in Franklin Medical in Winnsboro. Mr. Franklin was baptized in 1940 in Crowville Baptist Church. He was a charter member of Temple Baptist Church and served as deacon. He also served as deacon of First Baptist Church in Winnsboro. He served his country in the United States Navy during WWII on the USS Lexington CV16. He married Oleta Faye Lanier on January 26, 1946 in Crowville and remained her loving companion until her passing on June 11, 2004. He was a member of Masonic Lodge # 246, VFW Post 3155; he was an active member of the Civitan Club in Winnsboro and on a state level. During his years with the Civitan Club he and other members founded Civitan Park in Winnsboro. For many years he was a volunteer coach with Little League Baseball and Softball. He retired as Senior Service Technician from LA Gas. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Mr. Franklin is survived by three children and their spouses Duane and Eddie Franklin of Hooks, TX, Ginger and Don Graham of Winnsboro, and Ronald and Dawn Franklin, of Baton Rouge; siblings Bernice Phillips of Tallulah, Hubert Franklin of Marion and Bennie Franklin Jr. and wife Robbie of Pearl, MS. He is also survived by five grandchildren and five great grandchildren, dear friend and "Knothead" Bobby Robertson and wife Kathy; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Larry Bruce, J.W. Dean, Bubba Panquin, Trey Robertson, Joey Westerburg and Dr. Tommy Wooldridge. To sign guestbook or view video tribute online, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

RUBY BURLESON GIPSON Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Graveside services celebrating the life of Ruby Burleson Gipson, age 91, will be held at the Alabama Cemetery, Arcadia, LA on Friday, January 5, 2007, at 11:00AM. Visitation will be at Roseneath Funeral Home of Arcadia on Friday from 9:00AM to 10:30AM. Officiating will be Rev. Thomas W. Patton, Senior Adult Minister at Cypress Baptist Church in Benton, LA. Ruby was born August 12, 1915 in Centerville, TX and passed away January 2, 2007 in Bossier City, LA. She resided on Lake Bruin in St. Joseph, LA for over 65 years and served Tensas Parish Library System as an Assistant Librarian and Library Manager for 31 years before her retirement in 1982. Ruby attended LSU School of Library Science and published several articles relating to the public library system. Ruby was very interested in history and authored the book, "On the Road to Rodney, A Town Condemned by a River...The Mighty Mississippi," which was recently printed. Her life's mate was Emmett Wilmer Gipson who succumbed in 1989 after 55 years of marriage. After his death she resided in West Monroe, LA a few years and was a volunteer in the Ouachita Parish Public Library Children's Department and also served as a Pink Lady at Glenwood Regional Medical Center before returning to her home on Lake Bruin in 1994. Her husband preceded Ruby in death as well as her parents Roy Clifford Burleson and Elizabeth Katherine Lynum Burleson of Centerville, TX. Also, four brothers and two sisters preceded her. She is survived by a daughter, Bettye Gipson Barnes (Johnny) of Benton, LA, son, James R. Gipson (Linda) of Zachary, LA; grandchildren, Lynn Gipson Goodwin (Michael) of West Monroe, LA, James R. "Rob" Gipson Jr of Slaughter, LA, and Stacey Barnes Noble (Thomas) of Plano, TX; three great-grandchildren, John Michael Goodwin and Kaleigh Elizabeth Goodwin of West Monroe, LA and Matthew Trace Noble of Plano, TX. Other survivors include brother, Robert Burleson of Harrisburg, PA; niece, Jean Gipson Ervin (Gordon), and nephew Johnny Gipson, all of Springhill, LA. Ruby's dearest friend and suite-mate at Pilgrim Manor Guest Care in Bossier City, Marguerite Stell survives her. The family would like to express their loving thanks to her former caregivers in St. Joseph, Yvonne, Flora, Vicki, Carla and Celia. Appreciation is expressed to Dr. Ted Warren, Dr. Tom Rodsuwan, Pilgrim Manor Guest Care Administrators, Nurses and Nursing Assistants, and to Southern Care Hospice for their compassionate care during Ruby's twilight years. Appreciation is expressed also to Tommy Patton, Barbara Burke, Laverne Madden, Suzanne Sojourner and Shirley Novak for their faithful visitation through the Homebound L.I.G.H.T. ministry at Cypress Baptist Church. Pallbearers will be Johnny Barnes, Ellis Fowler, Rob Gipson, John Michael Goodwin, Michael Goodwin, Bobby Joe King and Thomas Noble. Honorary pallbearers are Jerry Chandler, Gordon Ervin, Louis Favron and Robert James Lancaster. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Cypress Baptist Church Senior Adult Bus Fund in Benton, LA and to The Shriner's Hospital for Children in Shreveport, LA.

MRS. LULA L. GRIGGS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lula L. Griggs, 92, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00PM, Friday, January 5, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Neil Everett. Interment will follow at Indian Village Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Griggs was born June 16, 1914 in Appalachie, VA and passed away on January 2, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Griggs was a devout Baptist. Mrs. Griggs was preceded in death by her son, Kenny L. Saylor. Survivors are her daughters, Berthie Parli of Beecher, IL and Barbara Coley and husband, Raymond of Portsmouth, VA and sons, Kinard Ray Saylor and wife, Louise of Eros, LA, Raven Saylor and wife, Debbie of London, KY, Wallen Saylor, Jr. and wife, Tonya of Evansville, IN and Wilburn Saylor and wife, Geraldine of Mantero, IL and 18 grand children, 19 great grandchildren and 10 great great grand children. Pallbearers will be John Paul Rieger, Ray Walters, Arlon Terrell, Ray Chapman, Randy Wilbanks and Robert Forrest. Visitation will be 5:00PM-8:00PM, Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the funeral home. Special thanks to the people at the Landmark Nursing Home, Glenwood Hospital staff and Cornerstone Hospital for their care of Mrs. Lula Griggs. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. NANCY SAMANTHA SANDERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Samantha Sanderson, 91, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:30AM Thursday, January 4, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Mildred Lenard officiating. Graveside service will be held at Red Wing Cemetery in Oak Grove, LA, at 1:30PM Thursday. Mrs. Sanderson was born on February 5, 1915 in Ellisville, MS and passed away on January 1, 2007 at her home in Monroe, LA. She had lots of hobbies; her main ones were fishing, hunting, cooking and working in the garden. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry "SR" and three sons, Nelson Matthew, Billy Jerell, and Elton Ray. She is survived by a half sister, Myrtle Patterson, of Oak Grove, LA and nine children: daughter, Irene Dever of Galveston, TX; son, Henry "JR" and wife Carlene of Monroe, LA; son, Basil and wife Norma of Bernice, LA; Dale and wife Hilda of Calhoun, LA; daughter, Jean and husband Bob of San Marcos, TX; son Jerry and wife Flo of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Maenell Sanderson of New Caney, TX; daughter Sandra Vaillancourt of Virginia Beach, VA; and son Shelby and wife Jayne of Austin, TX; twenty-nine grandchildren; forty-nine great grandchildren; and thirteen great great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Ricky Sanderson, Matt Sanderson, Roger Sanderson, Neal Sanderson, Ronnie Dever, Maurice Nelson, Philip Kirtley, and Mike Price. Honorary pallbearer will be Raymond Perkins. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 9:00PM Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Everyone who knew her will miss her. She always had a smile and always found something good in everyone she knew.

Dorothy Afeman, 67
Dorothy Afeman of West Monroe, a retired State Board of Education secretary, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Margie E. Anderson, 64
QUITMAN — Margie E. Anderson, a postal employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Quitman United Methodist Church. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial is in Bear Creek Cemetery.

Percy Keith Dean, 55
FARMERVILLE — Percy Keith Dean, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery, Farmerville.

Michael Louis Griggs, 22
Michael Louis Griggs of West Monroe, an ironworker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant.

J.E. Hobson, 65
STERLINGTON — J.E. Hobson, owner and operator of Hobson Wrecking Yard, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery.

Julia J.H. Howard, 85
HEBERT — Julia Josephine Hampton Howard, a Columbia Heights Pharmacy employee and co-owner of the Klothes Pin, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of services today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hebert Cemetery.

Linda Mapp Humphries, 49
OLLA — Linda Mapp Humphries, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Vernon Lamar Luckett, 75
NEWELLTON — Vernon Lamar Luckett, a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Clint Miller, 83
RUSTON — Clint Miller, a former Caddo Parish School System teacher, coach, principal, and supervisor and a retired U.S. Navy lieutenant commander, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Slaughter Cemetery, Rodessa. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at McGuire Funeral Home, Vivian.

William 'Boots' Nelson, 92
WINNSBORO — William L. "Boots" Nelson, a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

William Paul Ochs Sr., 87
William Paul Ochs Sr. of West Monroe, a retired Louisiana Department of Employment Security employee, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Helen Louise Parks, 73
RAYVILLE — Helen Louise Parks, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Nancy S. Sanderson, 91
Nancy Samantha Sanderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Graveside services are at 1:30 p.m. today at Red Wing Cemetery, Oak Grove.

J.V. Smith, 82
J.V. Smith of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

Aubra Earl Stuckey, 87
JONESBORO — Aubra Earl Stuckey, a retired auto parts manager, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Jonesboro Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until funeral time Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Previously acknowledged
Ezell, Dennis James: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Garrett, Kimberly Ann: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Gipson, Ruby Burleson: 11 a.m. Friday, Alabama Cemetery near Arcadia.
Massey, Zelma Lue: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Matthews, James E.: 2 p.m. today, Fort Necessity Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Montgomery, David: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion.
Nute, Jackie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville.
Ross, Leonard Motts: 9 a.m. Friday, graveside Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Sistrunk, Marion M.: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
White, Misty Perot: 10 a.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Homer

January 5, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. WILLIAM JACKSON BARNES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Service for Mr. Jack Barnes, 79, of Swartz, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, January 6, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Wayne James officiating. Interment will follow in Carlton Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Barnes went to his heavenly reward on January 3, 2007, at home with his family and friends gathered around. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Bert Lee and Leila Fitzpatrick Barnes; daughter, Kathy Harris; and grandson, Michael Barnes, Jr. Survivors include his wife of twenty years, LaVerne Scalia Barnes; three sons; Bill Barnes and wife Cathy; and Dan Barnes and wife Jane all of Spearsville, LA; and Michael Barnes Sr. and wife Vickie of West Monroe, LA; step son, Tony Scalia and wife Terry of Swartz, LA; nine grandchildren; three step grand children; five great grand children; two step great grandchildren; brother, Ivy Ralph Barnes and wife Margie; mother of his children, Elaine Barnes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Ben Barnes, Jared Walker, Chad Barnes, Anthony Scalia, Jason Poland, and Richie Redding. Honorary pallbearer will be Chris Harris. Visitation will be from 10:00AM until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family would like to express a special thanks to Southern Care Hospice for all their love and care these past few weeks. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. VERNICE MCDANIEL CURRY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Vernice McDaniel Curry, 92, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Saturday, January 6, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev Wesley Pittman officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Curry passed away on January 4, 2007, at the West Monroe Guest House. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Curry was preceded in death by her husband Dock C. Curry. Survivors include her two children, Carolyn Crawford and husband Joe; and Ginger Gulett and husband Jim all of West Monroe, LA; four grandchildren, Joey Crawford, Doug Crawford, Clint Gulett, and Cliff Gulett; seven great grandchildren, Josh, Chris, Dallas, Seth, Carter, Garett, and Chandler; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Joey Crawford, Doug Crawford, Clint Gulett, Jay Hicks, Dale Hayes, and Justin Malone. Honorary pallbearer will be Cliff Gulett. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

LINDA ANN FRANKLIN MAPP HUMPHRIES Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Services for Linda Ann Franklin Mapp Humphries, age 50 of Jena will be held at 2:00PM, Friday, January 5, 2007 from the Standard Baptist Church in Olla with Rev. Scotty McDowell officiating. Interment will follow in the Chickasaw Cemetery east of Olla. Mrs. Humphries was born in Olla on January 3, 1957 to the union of Vanner James and Doris Hamilton Franklin and died Tuesday, January 2, 2007 in Jena from injuries received in an automobile accident. She was a private sitter. She was a caring and loving person who helped any one in need. Her family was her life. Survivors include her husband of six weeks, whom she loved: Michael Ray Humphries of Jena, her mother: Doris Hamilton Franklin of Olla, her sons: Daniel Justin Mapp of Olla, Michael Jacob Mapp and his wife: Melissa of Olla and Joshua David Mapp and his wife: Nikki of Shreveport, her step-son: Anthony Humphries of Whitehall, her grandchildren: Alexis Mapp, Shane Mapp and Anakan Mapp, her sisters: Ruby Moody and her husband: William of Olla, Ellen Smith and her husband: Roy of Olla and Juanita "Nina" Bailey of Dallas, TX Pallbearers will be Timmy Duke, Michael Duke, William Moody, Roy Smith, Bert Veillion and Jamie Williamson. Honorary pallbearers are Roy Smith, Sr., Albert Ford, Jr. and Woodie Ford. Visitation will be at the church until services.

JERRY G. "JAY BIRD" MCCARTY, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jerry G. McCarty, Sr. will be 2:00PM, Saturday, January 6, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Ken Renfroe. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. McCarty was born on September 13, 1943 and passed away on January 3, 2007. He was preceded in death by his father, Chester A. McCarty and a granddaughter, Caitlin Nicole McCarty. Survivors include his former wife, Yvonne Elizabeth McCarty; daughter, Darlene and Justin Smith; sons, Jerry Glen McCarty, Jr. and fiance Belinda, Derek McCarty and wife Robin; granddaughters, Lisa Frith and Brittany Elizabeth McCarty; grandsons, Craig McCarty, Maverick Glen Smith; mother, Mary McCarty; sisters, Frances Naron and Carolyn Peoples; brothers, Charles McCarty, Jim McCarty and Samuel McCarty; great grandsons, Landon Frith and Isiah Frith. Mr. McCarty was a life long truck driver and his CB handle was "Jay Bird". He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Visitation will be 5:00PM — 7:00PM, Friday, January 5, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Billy Solomon, Lee Solomon, David Jackson, Craig McCarty, Bill Thomas, Luther Williams and Brian Johnson. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

BUEL A. MEREDITH Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Buel Aaron Meredith, age 71 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, January 6, 2007 from the Old Bethel Baptist Church west of Clarks with Rev. Jimmy Goodman officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Meredith was born in Columbia on November 2, 1935 to the union of Alva Ernest and Gladys Sanders Meredith and died Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Stoneybrook in West Monroe. He was a retired crane operator and a member of the Old Bethel Baptist Church. Survivors include his children: Bryan and Jan Meredith of Grayson, Becky and C.B. McDonald of West Monroe and Oby and Martha Meredith of Clarks, his brother: David Meredith of St. Francisville, his sisters: Izora M. Cruse of Columbia and Aundie M.Hendrix of Kelly, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at the church after 3:00PM Friday.

GROVER CLINT MILLER McGuire Funeral Home, Inc Vivian, LA Graveside services for Clint Miller, 83, of Ruston, LA, will be held at Slaughter Cemetery in Rodessa, LA, on Saturday, January 6, 2007. Clint passed away Monday, January 1, 2007, at The Terrace in Ruston. Visitation will be held at McGuire Funeral Home in Vivian, Louisiana from 10:00AM to 12:00PM prior a family graveside service at 2:00PM. Dr. Miller died following an extended illness. Dr. Miller was a former teacher, coach, principal, and supervisor in the Caddo Parish School System. He was the first principal of North Highlands Elementary in Shreveport. Dr. Miller served as the Director of Student Teachers for Northwestern State University in Shreveport and later served as the Director of Graduate Studies in Education at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston. He was also retired from the United States Navy as a Lieutenant Commander, and his military service included serving in World War II. Clint was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Dodd Miller, his infant son, Stephen Clint Miller, his infant granddaughter, Lauren Ellen Bell, his parents, Alva and Grover Miller, his sister, Norelle Miller, his brother, Cled Miller, and his in-laws, Albertus and Gussie Dodd. Clint is survived by his daughter, Susan Bell and husband, Danny of Ruston, his grandsons, Stephen Bell of Shreveport and Clint Bell of Ruston. He is also survived by his brother Milton Miller and wife Theresa of Amarillo, TX and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Miller of Downsville, and numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks would like to be extended to Dr. J.V. Jones, Dr. Tommy Smith and to the staff of the Health South Hospital in Ruston, and of The Terrace/Arbor in Ruston for the kindness and care provided during his stay in their facilities. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the charity of the donor's choice.

WILLIAM PAUL OCHS, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. William Paul Ochs, Sr., 87, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 6, 2007, at McGuire United Methodist Church with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paschal's Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Ochs was born February 6, 1919 in New Orleans, LA and passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2007 after a lengthy illness. He was a member of McGuire United Methodist Church and a U. S. Marine Corp. veteran. Mr. Ochs is survived by his five daughters, Susanne Ochs Landry of West Monroe, LA, Janet Ochs Norris of Knoxville, TN, Marcia Ochs Smith of Lafayette, LA, Melanie Ochs Perkins and husband Michael of Lima, Peru, and Laurie Ochs of San Francisco, CA; two sons, Gregory J. Ochs and wife Sharron of Lexington, TN, and William Paul Ochs, Jr. and wife Bonnie of West Monroe, LA; and eleven grandchildren, Meghan Pettis and husband Daniel, Beth Landry, Jill Landry, Jim Norris, Joy Norris, Lana Smith, Gregory Ochs, Jr., Gretchen Perkins, Victoria Perkins, Paul Ochs, III, and Hannah Ochs. Pallbearers will be Jim Norris, Gregory Ochs, Jr., Paul Ochs, III, Matt Linebarger, Daniel Pettis, and Donald Howell. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to McGuire United Methodist Church Building Fund, or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JACOB MACK SANDERS Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jacob Mack Sanders, 93, of Swartz, LA are scheduled for 2:00PM Saturday, January 6, 2007 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Bros. Harold Thomas and Norwood Shelton officiating. Interment will follow at the Concord Cemetery near Oak Grove, LA. Mr. Sanders, a retired employee of 30 years with Texas Gas Transmission and faithful member of the Christadelphian Ecclesia in Swartz, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the Avalon Place Nursing Home. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Mr. Sanders was born in West Carroll Parish on January 9, 1913 to the late Walter and Annie Sanders. He is also preceded in death by brothers, Robert Lee, Percival, Walter Jr. and Amos Sanders; sisters, Abigail Thomas, Leone Heard and Candace Simonson; grandson, Don R. Tyson, Jr. and sons-in-law, Don R. Tyson and Clarke M. Williams, Jr. He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years, Verna Delilah Sanders of Swartz, LA; Maxine Tyson of Swartz, LA, Vicki Husted and husband Billy of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Tonya Tyson Moore and husband Trace, Tami Tyson Cobb of Monroe, LA, Clarke Mcrae "Trey" Williams, III of Baton Rouge, LA; great grandchildren, Rachel and Emily Moore, Joel Cobb and wife Kristy, Lauren and Garrett Cobb; sister- in-law, Myrtis Sanders of Swartz, LA and a host of loving nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers are: Clarke Mcrae Williams III, Joel Cobb, Garrett Cobb, Trace Moore, Gerald Simonson, Roger Simonson, Henry Newton and Elee Trichel. Honorary pallbearers are: Mack Thomas, and Lonnie Taylor. Visitation will be held from 12 noon until service time on Saturday, January 6, 2007 at Golden Funeral Home. The family would like to express their loving thanks to the caring and dedicated staffs of Avalon Nursing Home and Hospice Care of Louisiana.

MRS. LORRAINE GORMAN TOWNSEND Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lorraine Gorman Townsend, 83, will be 10:00AM, Saturday, January 6, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Gerald Lewis, and Rev. Bill Lewis. Interment will follow at Coax Cemetery in Baskin, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Townsend was born September 7, 1923 in Winnsboro, LA and went to be with her Lord on January 4, 2007. She was a member of Swartz Assembly of God Church. As a loving mother and grandmother, she will be greatly missed. Mrs. Townsend is survived her two children, James Townsend and wife Sheila of West Monroe, and Linda Temple and husband Don of Swartz; three grandchildren, Stephanie Smith and husband Jamie, Chris Temple and wife April, and Jeff Townsend and wife Dawn; seven great grandchildren, Megan Smith, Christian Temple, MacKenzie Townsend, MacGregor Townsend, MacCade Townsend, Kendall Townsend and Parker Townsend; sisters, Joyce Young, Everlene Westerburg, brother Macune Gorman. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 9:00PM Friday January 5, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JAMES EDWARD WINDHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Edward Windham, 78, of Monroe, will be at 10:00AM Saturday, January 6, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Windham was born March 4, 1928 in Mangham, LA and passed away Thursday, January 04, 2007, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital in Monroe. He was a member of Reveille United Methodist Church. Mr. Windham served his country proudly in WWII in the U. S. Navy Seabees. Mr. Windham is survived by his wife, Dot Windham; son, C. O. Windham and wife Judy; daughter, Mae and husband David Coleman; grandchildren, Michelle Jenkins and husband Ronnie, Rachele Kennedy and husband Kevin, Chuck Windham, Jonathan Windham, James Draughn, and Chris Draughn; five great grand children, Hannah Windham, Ashley Primm, Brittany Primm, Daniel Kennedy, and Michael Kennedy; two brothers, Larry Windham, and Bill Windham; and one sister, Mildred Wagnon. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Reveille United Methodist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Georgia Vickers Allen, 88
CROWVILLE — Georgia Vickers Allen, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Lamar Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at Lamar Baptist Church. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

LaFaydra N. Benard, 25
LAKE PROVIDENCE — LaFaydra Nicole Lockhart Benard, a receptionist, died Wednesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School auditorium. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Henry L. Brown, 55
WINNSBORO — Henry L. Brown, a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Sims-Gethsemane Memorial Garden Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Nellie Carter, 93
WINNSBORO — Nellie Carter, a retired seamstress, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Greenwood Cemetery, Pineville under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

George E. Cheathon Jr., 59
TALLULAH — George E. Cheathon Jr. died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. James AME Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

James R. Deloach, 63
James Richard "Cowboy" Deloach of Calhoun, a retired permit agent, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Georgia Edwards, 100
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Georgia Edwards, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Florell B. Eubanks, 80
PIONEER — Florell B. Eubanks, a cashier, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Pioneer.

A.J. Franklin, 82
WINNSBORO — A.J. Franklin, a senior service technician, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lula L. Griggs, 92
Lula L. Griggs of Calhoun, a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Indian Village Cemetery, Calhoun.

Gladys 'Judy' Jewell, 58
Gladys "Judy" Jewell of Calhoun, a retired Office of Human Development clerical supervisor, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jackie Nute, 51
FARMERVILLE — Jackie Nute, a carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Gentle Hand Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in County Line Cemetery, Spearsville.

Helen Louise Parks, 73
RAYVILLE — Helen Louise Parks, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Eastside Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery, Rayville.

Leonard Motts Ross, child
Leonard Motts Ross, the 11-month-old son of Geneva Motts and Leonard Ross of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Baby Boy Shakir, Infant
SPEARSVILLE — Baby Boy Shakir, infant son of Belinda Ann and Sajjaad Shakir, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Hubert Shipley, 91
FARMERVILLE — Hubert Shipley, a retired radio and TV repairman, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Elmo Smith, 95
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Elmo Smith, a truck driver and church deacon, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Myrtis B. Spruill, 80
VICKSBURG, Miss. — Myrtis B. Spruill, formerly of Delhi, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Frances Williams, 68
Frances Williams of Monroe, a retired Safeway employee, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lady B. Williams, 71
RAYVILLE — Lady B. Williams, a cook, died Dec. 30. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Sipes 'Pete' Wolfe Jr., 62
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Sipes Henry "Pete" Wolfe Jr., a welder, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Previously acknowledged
Anderson, Margie E.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Quitman United Methodist Church, Quitman.
Dean, Percy Keith: 10 a.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Gipson, Ruby Burleson: 11 a.m. today, Alabama Cemetery near Arcadia.
Luckett, Vernon Lamar: 2 p.m. today, graveside Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.
Miller, Clint: 2 p.m. Saturday, Slaughter Cemetery, Rodessa.
Montgomery, David: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion.
Smith, J.V.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe.
Stuckey, Aubra Earl: 11 a.m. today, Jonesboro Cemetery, Jonesboro

January 6, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. JAMES "COWBOY" DELOACH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James "Cowboy" DeLoach, 63, will be 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 7, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Neil Everett. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. DeLoach was born on May 27, 1943 and passed away on January 4, 2007 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, James Paul DeLoach. Survivors include his beloved wife of 27 years, Fay Sutton DeLoach; mother, Ruth DeLoach; sons, Julius DeLoach of South Carolina and Dr. Mark DeLoach and wife Charlie of Laurel, Mississippi; daughter, Alicia Campbell and husband Steve of Biloxi, Mississippi; sisters, Janell Snell, Joann Carter, Judy Carter and Jean Roland; brother, John Paul DeLoach; 8 grandchildren, 7 nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be family members and friends. Visitation will be 5:00PM— 9:00PM, Saturday, January 6, 2007 at the funeral home. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JAMES LEON FRENCH, SR. John Kramer & Son Alexandria, LA Services for James Leon French, Sr. will be at 2:00PM Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007, in the chapel of John Kramer & Son with Rev. David Shaw officiating. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball under direction of John Kramer & Son. James Leon French, Sr., 85, of Alexandria, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007, in Rapides Regional Medical Center. Mr. French served in the U.S. Army in World War II. He was a graduate of LSU and was an avid LSU football fan. Mr. French was a registered Professional Engineer. He helped raise his two grandchildren and saw that all his children and grandchildren had a college education. Mr. French was Third Degree Mason. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Opal M. French; his second wife, Kathlyn E. French; his parents, James F. and Frances French; his sister, Evelyn Koppenheffer and three brothers, Eugene, Tyrus and Reginald French. He is survived by five children, James L. French, Jr. and his wife, Margaret of Broken Bow, OK; Judith M. French of Baton Rouge, LA; John Z. French of Baton Rouge, LA; Jeffrey W. French of Baton Rouge, LA; Jean Robin French of Houston, TX; two grandchildren, Kathy Mason and her husband, Roy of Minooka, IL; Bobby Pedrami of Dallas, TX; one sister Maggie Mae Price of Elmer, LA; two great grandchildren. Friends are asked to call from 4:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday and form 10:00AM until time of service Sunday at John Kramer & Son. Notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals@aol.com.

GLADYS "JUDY" JAMES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mrs. Gladys "Judy" James, 58, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Sunday, January 7, 2007 at Hasley Cemetery with Brother Shane Warren officiating. Judy passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a life-long resident of West Monroe, LA. She was a retired clerical supervisor for the Office of Human Development. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her son, Donald Parker and wife Jody of Mobile, AL, daughter, Stacey Williams and husband Eric of Calhoun, LA, mother and step-father, Mable and Jake Ryburn of Monticello, AR, sister, Patricia Bennett of West Monroe, LA, and brother, John Winborne of West Monroe, LA, and grandchildren, Scott Williams, Heather Parker, Johnathon Stapleton, and Rachel Parker. Pallbearers will be Jurd Dean, Dale Smith, Eric Williams, Steven Brown, Danny Mitcham and Scott Williams. Honorary Pallbearer will be Johnathon Stapleton. Visitation will be from Noon until Service Time Sunday January 7, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.

MRS. ALTHEA KENT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Althea Kent, 83, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, January 7, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Monty Hogg officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Kent was born on May 7, 1923 and passed away on January 5, 2007, at her residence. She was a seamstress, and swim team Mom. Mrs. Kent loved to go to Destin Beach, playing golf and spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren and the love of her life, her husband, Floyd Kent who preceded her in death. Survivors include her two sons, Jimmy Kent and wife Gayle and John Kent and wife Nona; six grandchildren, Scott West, Stephen Kent, Chris Kent, Brandi Kent Massey, Aaron Kent and Madeline Kent; and six great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 12noon until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

DONALD RAYMOND PURSER Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Donald Raymond Purser, age 77 of Winnfield, passed away, Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Lafayette General Medical Center. Mr. Purser was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Winnfield and attended Northwestern State University where he lettered in football. He is a graduate of University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Mr. Purser was regional director of Region 6 and Huey P. Long Vo Tech School. He was a past president of Winnfield Rotary Club and was a Paul Harris Fellow. Mr. Purser was a U. S. Navy Veteran. Mr. Purser is the son of the late Paul Raymond Purser and the late Irma Llaine Hendrix Purser. He was also preceded in death by a brother: Dr. R. L. "Cotton" Purser and by a sister: Betty Joe Jackson. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Jane C. Purser, three sons: Paul Purser and his wife Rosanne of Winnsboro, Donald Purser and his wife Leah of Madison, Ms., Matt Purser and his wife Tracy of Allen, Tx.; one daughter: Pamela Gunter and her husband Richmond of Lafayette; six grandchildren: Rich, Donovan, Allie, Logan, Mitchell, and Megan. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 Sunday, January 7, 2007 at the First Presbyterian Church of Winnfield with Reverend Danny Keyes officiating and under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield. Friends may visit with the family in their home at 1512 Maple St. in Winnfield on Saturday from 9:00AM until 5:00PM. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be made to the Rotary Club of Winnfield at P.O. Box 350 of Winnfield, La 71483.

GWENDOLYN WILLIAMSON RISER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral Services for Mrs. Gwendolyn Williamson Riser, age 90, of Ruston, Louisiana will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2007 at 2:00PM at the Temple Baptist Church Chapel in Ruston, Louisiana. Rev. Dale Oden and Dr. Rick Byargeon will be officiating with burial to follow in the Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, Louisiana. Mrs. Riser was born on September 27, 1916 in Simsboro, Louisiana and passed away on January 4, 2007 in Ruston, Louisiana. Mrs. Riser retired from Louisiana Tech University following twenty two years of service as an Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Life Sciences. She was also a very active member of Temple Baptist Church where she was a member of the Good Neighbor Sunday School Class and also active in the circle at Temple. Mrs. Riser was preceded in death by her parents: John Wesley Williamson and Ellen Strother Williamson; her sisters: Grace Calahan, Lillian Calahan, Ermine Napper; brother: Lawrence Williamson; and her husband of 65 years: Mr. Ben Dalton Riser. She is survived by: 3 daughters: Ellen Riser LaCroix of Ruston, Louisiana; Ann Riser Sumlin of Monroe, Louisiana; and Kathy Ellington and her husband, Jay of Montclair, Virginia; Grandchildren: Greg (Tania) Hilburn of Monroe, Louisiana; Kevin (Holley) Hilburn of Ruston, Louisiana; Anne Marie Hilburn of Ruston, Louisiana; Chris Ellington & Catherine Fishbaugh of Calimesa, CA; Lindy (Roy) Burns of Baltimore, Maryland; and Parker Ellington of Ruston, Louisiana; Great Grandchildren: Steven & William Ledford, Seth Hilburn all of Ruston, Louisiana and Landry Burns of Baltimore, Maryland; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Greg Hilburn, Kevin Hilburn, Parker Ellington, Roy Burns, Wiley Hilburn, Sammy Riser, and Wayne Causey. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Good Neighbor Sunday School Class. Visitation will be Saturday, January 6, 2007 from 5:00PM — 7:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, Louisiana. Planned memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

WILLIAM BUIE SCRIBER Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mr. William Buie Scriber, 97, of Winnsboro, Louisiana will be at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, January 7, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church in Winnsboro with Rev. Harold Childs and Rev. Hank Hamilton officiating. Burial will be in the Grayson Family Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 4:00PM to 6:00 PM Saturday, January 6, at the Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. William Buie Scriber was a life long resident of Franklin Parish. He graduated from Fort Necessity High School, Draughns Business School in Shreveport and following military service, from the first LSU School of Banking in Baton Rouge. In 1929, he joined the Winnsboro State Bank as a teller, working his way up to become President and Chairman of the Board. In 1980, he retired as President and later, in 1985, retired from the Board. Upon retirement, he was made Director Emeritus of Winnsboro State Bank. He served on various banking committees, both regional and state wide; including three years on the State Board of Louisiana Banker's Association. As a World War II veteran, Buie served with the Army Air Corp in the China-Burma-India Theater as a finance officer. He entered basic training at Fort Benjamin Harrison, transferred to Barksdale and then went overseas. Buie was active in the civic and community affairs of Franklin Parish; serving on the Winnsboro Town Council for 12 years. Other positions included President of Winnsboro Lion's Club, President of the Franklin Parish School Board, and President of the Winnsboro-Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce. He is past Commander of VFW Post 3155 and a member of Diamond-Hawthorne American Legion Post 84. Buie loved his Church, the First United Methodist of Winnsboro, serving as a Lay Speaker, president of Men's Bible Class, Sunday School Superintendent, member of the Finance Committtee and various other church committees. He always considered it a privilege to be a "greeter" for those entering the sancutary. His parents, Mr. And Mrs. Harry Scriber, three brothers, Roy Scriber, Bernard Scriber and James Scriber, and grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. Harvey Willis and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Scriber, preceded him in death. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Virginia Harkey Scriber; one son, Bill Scriber and wife Mary Joan; one daughter, Ginger White and husband Cloid White; granddaughters Amy Scriber Szucs and Grayson White and grandsons Ben Scriber, Kris White, Stephen Scriber, Hunter White and Viktor Szucs; and one great-grandson, William Cole Szucs. Other family includes his special sister-in-law Joy Scriber and her sons, Ray Scriber and Glen Scriber; sister-in-law Elaine Scriber and daughter Cherie Mulhearn and James and Billy Scriber, sons of James Scriber. Pallbearers will be five grandsons, Ben Scriber, Kris White, Stephen Scriber, Hunter White, Viktor Szucs and nephews Ray Scriber, Glen Scriber and Billy Scriber. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Golden and the First United Methodist Church Men's Bible Class. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Winnsboro or to a favorite charity as a memorial to Buie. Members of the VFW Post #3155 will conduct a flag presentation ceremony.

FRANCES WILLIAMS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Frances Williams, 68 of Monroe, LA formerly of Farmerville, will be held 10:00 AM, Sunday, January 7, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Interment to follow at Odgen Cemetery, Liddeville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Williams was born September 8, 1938 in Rayville, LA and passed away January 4, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her husband Albert "Earl" Williams and a sister, Judy Parrott. Mrs. Williams is survived by a daughter, Judy Fuller and husband Cecil, granddaughters, Tonya Fuller Stein, Heather Thacker and husband Jeremy, a grandson, Heath Fuller and fiance' Christina Pace; 1 great grandson and 3 great granddaughters 2 brothers, Richard Driggers and Alvin Collins; 5 sisters, Opal McAdams, Ellen Kilgore, Faye Manuel, Geneva Lanzwick, and Juanita Jackson. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Jack Barnes, 79
Jack Barnes of Swartz, retired self- employed businessman, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carlton Cemetery, Calhoun.

Robert Lee 'Bo' Bracy, 58
Robert Lee 'Bo' Bracy of Monroe, a construction worker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. Burial will be at a later date at Brightwater AME Church, Alto, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Brenda Brown, 65
SACHSE, Texas — Brenda Brown, a retired LVN, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah.

Doyle E. Crosby, 53
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Doyle E. Crosby, a welder, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at New Forest Cemetery. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Vernice 'Bill' Curry, 92
Vernice 'Bill' McDaniel Curry of West Monroe, a retired salesperson, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Ellis Franklin Jeffcoats, 91
BASTROP — Ellis Franklin Jeffcoats, a Knickerbocker Construction heavy equipment mechanic, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Calvary Baptist Church, Goodwill. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Johnnie Lee, 74
TALLULAH — Johnnie Lee died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jerry G. McCarty Sr., 63
Jerry G. 'Jay Bird' McCarty Sr., a truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Buel Aaron Meredith, 71
Buel Aaron Meredith of West Monroe, a retired crane operator, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Old Bethel Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

William Paul Ochs Sr., 87
William Paul Ochs Sr. of West Monroe, a retired Louisiana Department of Employment Security employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at McGuire United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Helen Louise Parks, 73
RAYVILLE — Helen Louise Parks, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Eastside Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 9 a.m. to noon at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Alsie McClary Scribner, 80
COLUMBIA — Alsie McClary Scribner, a retired Caldwell Clerk of Court, died Friday. Memorial services are 6:30 p.m. Monday at Cross Roads Baptist Church, west of Grayson under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Paul Sharman, 60
HOUSTON — Paul Sharman, an inspector/expediter for the gas and oil industry, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Hubert Shipley, 91
FARMERVILLE — Hubert Shipley, a retired radio and television repairman, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Annie Stuckey Tanner, 91
BATON ROUGE — Annie Stuckey Tanner, a retired teacher formerly of Bernice, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 9 to 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery near Choudrant.

Lorraine Townsend, 83
Lorraine Townsend of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery, Baskin.

James E. Windham, 78
James Edward Windham of Monroe, a retired farmer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Carnelia Smith Yates, 79
MONTEREY — Carnelia Smith Yates, a hairdresser, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oswalt Cemetery, Ferriday.

Previously acknowledged
Allen, Georgia Vickers: 10 a.m. today, Lamar Baptist Church, Crowville.
Anderson, Margie E.: 2 p.m. today, Quitman United Methodist Church.
Benard, Lafaydra N.: 2:30 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Brown, Henry L.: 11 a.m. today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Carter, Nellie: 2 p.m. today, Greenwood Cemetery, Pineville.
Cheathon, George E. Jr.: 11 a.m. today, St. James AME Church, Tallulah.
Eubanks, Florell B.: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Miller, Clint: 2 p.m. today, Slaughter Cemetery, Rodessa.
Montgomery, David: 2 p.m. today, Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion.
Nute, Jackie: 2 p.m. today, Gentle Hand Church, Farmerville.
Parks, Helen Louise: 2 p.m. today, Eastside Baptist Church, Rayville.
Smith, Deacon Elmo: 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Smith, J.V.: 1 p.m. today, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe.
Spruill, Myrtis B.: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Williams, Lady B.: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville

January 7, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. ALTHEA KENT MRS. ALTHEA KENT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Althea Kent, 83, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, January 7, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Monty Hogg officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Kent was born on May 7, 1923 and passed away on January 5, 2007, at her residence. She was a seamstress, and swim team Mom. Mrs. Kent loved to go to Destin Beach, playing golf and spending time with her grand- children, great grandchildren and the love of her life, her husband, Floyd Kent who preceded her in death. Survivors include her two sons, Jimmy Kent and wife Gayle and John Kent and wife Nona; six grandchildren, Scott West, Stephen Kent, Chris Kent, Brandi Kent Massey, Aaron Kent and Madeline Kent; and six great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 12noon until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

OTHO DOUGLAS LINN OTHO DOUGLAS LINN Heckart-Gillespie Funeral Home Sedalia, MO Otho Douglas Linn, 53, of Sedalia, MO, died Dec. 31, 2006, at his home. He was born March 31, 1953, in Canton, MS, a son of Willie Jr. and Ella Linn. Mr. Linn was a member of First Baptist Church, in Sedalia, where he served as a deacon. Surviving are his wife, Grace; two sons, Andrew Linn and Adam Linn; his mother, Ella Linn, of West Monroe, LA; a brother, Melvin Lynn, of Carmichael, CA; three sisters, Arma Hanspard and Gwen Linn, both of Seattle, WA, and Beverly Robinson, of Sterlington, LA. He was predeceased by his father and a sister, Lori Wright. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 4, 2007, at First Baptist Church in Sedalia.

HILDA JEANETTE MASSEY MANLY HILDA JEANETTE MASSEY MANLY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Hilda Jeanette Massey Manly, 61, will be 10:00AM, Monday, January 8, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Russell Rhodes. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Manly was born on February 4, 1945 and passed away on January 5, 2007. Mrs. Manly was preceded in death by her husband Herman Louis Burch, her father James Massey, her mother Jeanette Massey, brothers, Bobby Joe Massey, Jerry Leroy Massey, Johnny Ellis Massey, and Terry Dwayne Massey. Survivors include her daughters: Sharon Hudleston and husband Kenneth and Peggy Hastings and husband Alton; son: Billy Dewayne Massey; brother: Jackie Dwayne Massey; sisters: Loretta Janice Fluitt, Linda Gaye Strawn, Shirel Diane Lawrence, Nancy Arlene Zirkle, Donna Gail Golleher; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Heath Gullege, Timothy Ross, Eric Bonvillian, Ernest Lawrence, Jr., Chuck Ervin, and Randy Welch. The family would like to extend thanks to Dr. Mason and Kristen with Hospice Alliance for all their care and comfort and Ann Conville and Rogers Cajun Chicken for all the care and concern they showed during this time. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Sunday, January 7, 2007 at the funeral home. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

ALSIE MCCLARY SCRIBNE ALSIE MCCLARY SCRIBNER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Memorial services for Alsie McClary Scribner, age 80, will be held at 6:30PM, Monday, January 8, 2007 from the Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson with Rev. Tommy Nelson officiating. Mrs. Scribner was born in Grayson on October 21, 1926 to the union of Clyde Francis and Karen Holliday McClary and died Friday, January 5, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a retired clerk with the Caldwell Parish Clerk of Court office in Columbia, LA. Survivors include her children: Ron Scribner of Columbia, LA, Tom Scribner and Tess S. Dellisanti both of Phoenix, AZ; her sister: Frances Warner of LaGrange, TX; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

ANNIE STUCKEY TANNER ANNIE STUCKEY TANNER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Annie Stuckey Tanner died Wednesday, January 3, 2007, at the age of 91, at St. Clare Manor, Baton Rouge, LA. She was born in Ruston, LA, grew up in West Monroe, LA, and resided in Bernice, LA 67 years before moving to Baton Rouge, LA in 1998 to be near her daughter and family. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mildred Ann and Tommy Henry of Baton Rouge, LA; grand- daughter, Milette Gathright of Prairieville; grandson and wife, Ty and Sherri Henry of Pass Christian, MS; great-grand- daughter, Hayden Henry; great grandsons, Aubrey Gathright and Hayes Henry; and a number of nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. J.F. Tanner; parents Ernest and Polly Stuckey; sisters, Frances Taylor, Iva Causey, Pearl Collins, Effie Dozier; and brothers, Savery Stuckey, Sam Stuckey, and Loyle Stuckey. She received B.S. and M.S. degrees from Louisiana Tech University, and in 1986 she was honored as the university’s College of Education Alumnus of the Year. A member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society for women educators, she retired from teaching in Linville and Bernice after 20 years of service. Known for her teaching and cooking skills, she loved her family, church, students, friends and La. Tech. She was a member of University Baptist Church, Baton Rouge. Visitation will be at 9:00AM until a memorial service at 11:00AM on Monday, January 8, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery, Ruston, LA. The family gives special thanks to the St. Clare Manor staff for their loving and compassionate care the past 3 ½ years and especially the last week. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Causey-Tanner Education Endowment, Louisiana Tech Foundation, P.O. Box 1190, Ruston, LA 71273 or University Baptist Church, 5775 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

LEONARD L. TOLAR LEONARD L. TOLAR Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Memorial services for Mr. Leonard L. Tolar, 92, of Rayville, LA will be 10:00AM Monday, January 8, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel Rayville, LA with Rev. Troy J. Dennard officiating. Interment to follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Monroe, LA. Mr. Tolar was born Oct. 19, 1914 in Bradford, AR to the Late George W. Tolar, Sr. and Ollie Durham Tolar. As a mechanic and auto parts man Mr. Leonard had a passion and a knowledge of cars and motors, that very few will ever rival. He loved his work and especially his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Lola Faye Tolar 4 sisters and 2 brothers. He is survived by his daughter Ada Virgina Warren and her husband Bill of Rayville, LA; granddaughter Terri Warren of Swartz, LA; and a brother George Tolar, Jr. of Covina, CA; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends made through the years. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Sunday at the funeral home.

James Deloach, 63
James Richard “Cowboy” Deloach of Calhoun, a retired permit agent, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Eddis Mae Guillot, 70
JIGGER — Eddis Mae Guillot, retired from farming and the U.S. Postal Service, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Turkey Creek Baptist Church at Jigger. Visitation is 5 to 9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young’s Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gladys ‘Judy’ James, 58
Gladys “Judy” James of Calhoun, a retired Office of Human Development clerical supervisor, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Althea Kent, 83
Althea Kent of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.
Curtis Loyd McKnight, 81
BASTROP — Curtis Loyd McKnight, a retired Texas Gas Co. employee, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Causey Cemetery near Bastrop. Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Monday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Gwendolyn W. Riser, 90
RUSTON — Gwendolyn Williamson Riser, a retired secretary, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Temple Baptist Church. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

William Buie Scriber, 97
WINNSBORO — William Buie Scriber, a retired bank president, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Grayson Family Cemetery at Extension under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Hubert E. Shipley, 91
FARMERVILLE — Hubert E. Shipley, a retired radio and television repairman, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Frances Williams, 68
Frances Williams of Monroe, a caregiver, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery at Liddieville.

Previously acknowledged
Scribner, Alsie McClary: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Cross Roads Baptist Church, west of Grayson.
Sharman, Paul: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Shipley, Hubert: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Tanner, Annie Stuckey: 11 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Yates, Carnelia Smith: 3 p.m. today, Young’s Funeral Home, Ferriday

January 8, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALBERT ROY THERIOT ALBERT ROY THERIOT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Albert Roy Theriot, 68, of Monroe, will be at 11:00AM Tuesday, January 9, 2007, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. 7, 1938 in Opelousas, LA and passed away Sunday, January 7, 2007. He loved automobiles, airplanes, and the outdoors. He enjoyed reading. Mr. Theriot served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Theriot is survived by his children, Chris Theriot and wife Diane of Monroe, LA, Tami Wyles and husband Murphy of Chatham, LA, Andy Theriot and wife Tracye of West Monroe, LA, Patrick Theriot and wife Alicia of West Monroe, LA, Develyn Kramer and husband Jason of Monroe, LA, and Ashley Naron and husband Roy of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Cody Theriot, Jeremy Wyles, Dusty Wyles, Jacob Barmore, Kirby Theriot, Carter Theriot, Matthew Theriot, Kristianna Theriot, Emmaleigh Theriot, and Jadee Kramer; three great-grandsons; mother, Lucille Theriot; brother, Fred Theriot and wife Naomi of Atlanta, GA; sister, Cora Burk and husband Jim of West Monroe, LA; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Theriot is also survived by a special friend of 17 years, Ms. Linda Hanson. Pallbearers will be Cody Theriot, Jeremy Wyles, Dusty Wyles, Jason Kramer, Roy Naron, and Alan Worster. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM and a Vigil Wake service at 6:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

MRS. GLENDA WILLIAMS ZAMETTO MRS. GLENDA WILLIAMS ZAMETTO Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Glenda Williams Zametto, age 68, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at North Monroe Baptist Church. Dr. Bill Dye and Rev. Warren Eckart will be officiating with burial to follow in Monroe Memorial Park, Highway 80 in Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Zametto was born on August 18, 1938, in Little Rock, AR and passed away to be with our Heavenly Father on January 7, 2007, in Monroe after a brief illness. Mrs. Zametto was a graduate of Neville High School and attended ULM, where she met the love of her life, her husband Nathan. She was a retired bookkeeper from ULM. Mrs. Zametto was a member of the Forsythe Park Home and Garden Club. She loved to travel and spend time with her family and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Billie Speer; step-father, Ralph Speer; father, Willis Williams; and sister Billie Faye Counts. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Nathan F. Zametto; two daughters, Judy Sandow of Chester, VA and her husband John and Joni McCutchen of Thompson Station, TN and her husband, Larry; brother, Bill Williams of Little Rock, AR; two grandchildren, John Sandow of Monroe, LA and Jessica Sandow of Topeka, KS; three nieces and five nephews. Pallbearers will be David Counts, Mike Napoli, John A. Sandow, John Alexander Sandow, Gary A. Smith, Sheldon Ray, Keith Staggs, Larry W. McDonald, Larry McCutchen and Marc Zametto. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Monday, January 8, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

Hilda Jeanette Massey Manly, 61
Hilda Jeanette Massey Manly, of West Monroe, a retired Bancroft Bag employee, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Elton Hale, 75
BASTROP — Elton Hale died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Modell Hinton, 72
Modell Hinton, a truck driver of West Monroe, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church, Rocky Branch. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Point, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church.

Olivia Harper Rockett, 98
SPEARSVILLE — Olivia Harper Rockett, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are noon Wednesday at Mount Union Baptist Church, Spearsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Previously acknowledged
Guillot, Eddis Mae: 2 p.m. today, Turkey Creek Baptist Church, Jigger.
McKnight, Curtis Loyd: 2 p.m. today, Causey Cemetery near Bastrop.
Scribner, Alsie McClary: 6:30 today, Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson.
Sharman, Paul: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Tanner, Annie Stuckey: 11 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

January 9, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. JEWEL B. DOUGLAS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jewel B. Douglas, 78 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Wednesday, January 10, 2007at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Elder Huey Hughes officiating. Interment to follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Douglas was born March 28, 1928 in Clarks, LA and passed away January 7, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Douglas was preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Jason Douglas. Mr. Douglas is survived by his wife, Bobbie Douglas; son, Randy Douglas and wife Barbara; granddaughter, Amanda Sanford and husband Ben; 2 great grandsons, Gage Sanford and Carter Sanford; sister, Bonnie Norman and husband Gene, Patsy Peske and husband David; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The AmericanHeart Association. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

ELMER VIRGIL MCADAMS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Elmer Virgil McAdams, 77, of Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Danny Trichell and Rev. Jason Thompson. Mr. McAdams ashes will be interred at a private family service at a later date under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. McAdams was born September 20, 1929 in Oak Grove, LA and passed away January 8, 2007 in Monroe, Louisiana. He was a devoted family man, an avid fisherman and NASCAR fan. He was a retired master mechanic for Ryan Chevrolet and retired after 48 years. He was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by one daughter: Pam McAdams; sister: Billie Plumley Sanderson and one granddaughter: Mica Lightsey. Mr. McAdams is survived by his wife of 55 years: Lou McAdams; sons: Mike McAdams and wife, Connie of Gilmer, TX, Rev. Larry McAdams and wife Karen of Fairbanks, LA, Richard McAdams and wife, Vickie of Monroe, LA, and Stephen “Bo” McAdams and wife, Melissa of West Monroe, LA; daughter: Susan Anthony and husband, Danny of Sterlington, LA; 12 grandchildren, 4 great grand- children; sisters: Evelyn Mitchell of Grass Valley, CA, Dee Embry of Houston, TX, and Joan Albritton of Point, LA. Visitation will be 5:00PM – 9:00PM, Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at the funeral home. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

FRED MCVAY, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Fred McVay, Jr. 69 of Calhoun, LA will be held at 1:00PM, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Bro. Randy Brown officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. McVay was born February 23, 1937 in Monroe, LA and passed away January 7, 2007 in Calhoun, LA. Mr. McVay was a member of First Baptist Church. He served in the United States Marines for over 7 years. Mr. McVay was a retired pipe fitter and a member of pipefitters Local 659 and was also a member of Harley Hog Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Eunice McVay. He is survived by his wife, Eiko Ashimine McVay; son; Fred Keeney McVay, Sr. and wife Glenda, daughters; Karen Lynn Nizza and husband John, Kathy McVay Bachman and husband Phil; sisters: Julia Gathright and husband Van, Linda Rice and husband Kent; granddaughter, Deeanna Fischer, grandsons: Freddie McVay and Jonathan Nizza. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM and 11:00 a.m. till service time Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Louisiana Baptist Children Home.

MRS. OLIVIA HARPER ROCKETT Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Olivia Harper Rockett, 98, of Spearsville will be held 12:00PM Wednesday January 10th, 2007 at Mt. Union Baptist Church with Bros. Forrest Post and Coy Upshaw officiating. Interment will be at the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Rockett, a homemaker, died Saturday. She was a member of Mt. Union Baptist Church and a lifelong resident of Union Parish. She is preceded in death by her husband James Urban Rockett and grandson Joel D. Rockett. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law James Dudley Rockett & wife Norma of Dolores, CO; Two daughters Joann Rockett Miller of Slidell, LA & Phyllis Rockett Huffman & husband David Heard Huffman of Slidell, LA. Five grandchildren: Danny & Rose Perkins, Bobby Perkins, Jr., Michelle Rockett, Kade Rockett Huffman & Parris Noelle Huffman. Five Great grandchildren: Cee-Cee Rockett, Jessica Perkins, Bobby Perkins, Jr., Jerrica Perkins & Monica Perkins Dillingham; Two great great grandchildren: Jett Rockett Neal & James Radnor Dillingham. Pallbearers: Roland Kay, Mark Kay, James D. Odom, James R. Harty, Robert Elliott and Michael Elliott. Visitation will be from 5:00PM Tuesday till the time of service on Wednesday at Mt. Union Baptist Church. Friends may send messages to the family at: www.farrarfh.com

MR. AREL E. STOCKSTILL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Arel E. Stockstill, 81, will be 10:00AM, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Jim Shook. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Highway 80, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Stockstill was born on March 1, 1925 and passed away on January 7, 2007. Survivors are his wife of 59 years, Mary Rhodes Stockstill; sons, Arel Stockstill, Jr. and Ronnie Stockstill; daughters, Dianne Corbin and Pat Hammett and husband Sam; grandchildren, Jeff and Crystal Stockstill, Shane and Toni Higginbotham, Chris and Jacqui Corbin, Dustin Hammett, Kym Corbin and Steven and Kayla Lineberger, special grandchild, Brandi Smithwick; great grandchildren, Kali and Blake Corbin and Branson and Jacob Stockstill and Cole Higginbotham. Mr. Stockstill was retired from Choice Brands. Pallbearers will be Jeffery S. Stockstill, Chris Corbin, Shane Higginbotham, Dustin Hammett, Sam Hammett and Chris Brown. Visitation will be 5:00PM – 8:00PM, Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at the funeral home. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

CHARLES STEPHEN WAIN-WRIGHT Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Private graveside services for Mr. Charles Stephen Wainwright, 57 a pipeline worker, of Downsville will be held 2:00PM Wednesday at Ruggs Bluff Cemetery with Bro. Paul Carter officiating. Survivors include his wife Angela Wainwright of Downsville; Two sons-Daniel & Kathy Wainwright of Downsville; David & Cindi Wainwright of West Monroe. One daughter-DeeAnna & husband Shea McKinnie of Choudrant; Two grandchildren-Charles Mitchel Wainwright & Lily Christene Wainwright. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM-8:00PM at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

Ronald Armstrong, 17
Ronald Armstrong of Monroe, a student, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie Pearl Bryan, 102
BASTROP — Willie Pearl Bryan, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cora Cage, 98
DELHI — Cora Cage died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.

Vivian Lucille Davis, 67
OAK GROVE — Vivian Lucille Davis, a lunchroom manager, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Jessie Dunn Jr., 53
RICHWOOD — Jessie Dunn Jr., a roofer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Christian Fellowship Assembly of God, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Richwood, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

James E. Elkins, 81
JONESBORO — James E. Elkins, a retired U.S. Government civil engineer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Elton Hale, 75
BASTROP — Elton Hale died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Pine Grove South Cemetery, Bastrop.

Betty Martin Hall, 38
BASTROP — Betty Martin Hall, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Elbert T. Hampton, 87
LONGVIEW, Texas — Elbert T. Hampton, Sun Oil Company employee, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mobberly Baptist Church, Longview. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at Rader Funeral Home, Longview. Burial is at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at Coax Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Modell Hinton, 72
Modell Hinton of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church, Rocky Branch. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Point, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Victor Jensen, 25
Victor Jensen of West Monroe, a TEDCO Miracle II employee, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Nettie Mae Liles, 60
DODSON — Nettie Mae Liles, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Siloam Cemetery, Gainesville.

Odie Miller Jr., 78
CHESAPEAKE, VA — Odie Miller Jr., formerly of Monroe, a retired U.S. Navy senior chief petty officer and chief criminal investigator for the Navy Exchange Security, died Jan. 1. Services were Saturday at St. Matthews Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Va. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Virginia Beach, Va., was in charge of arrangements.

Betty Taylor Pardue, 71
KELLY — Betty Taylor Pardue, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Dorothy Patrick, 62
Dorothy Patrick of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Longo M. Pierce, 81
RUSTON — Longo M. Pierce, a retired U.S. Post Office letter carrier, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grace United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Harmony Chapel Church Cemetery, Hico, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lillie Ann Pollard, 48
TALLULAH — Lillie Ann Pollard, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi.

Kenneth W. Rodgers, 54
FARMERVILLE — Kenneth Wayne Rodgers, a retired EMT, died Jan. 1. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Farmerville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Baby Boy Shakir, Infant
SPEARSVILLE — Baby Boy Shakir, infant son of Brenda and Sajjaad Shakir died Thursday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Wednesday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Albert Roy Theriot, 68
Albert Roy Theriot of Monroe, a retired salesman, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Glenda W. Zametto, 68
Glenda Williams Zametto of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at North Monroe Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Hinton, Modell: 10 a.m. today, Rocky Branch Assembly of God, Rocky Branch.
Rockett, Olivia: noon Wednesday, Mount Union Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Sharman, Paul: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

January 10, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. STELLA AMY BREEDLOVE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Stella Breedlove was born on March 1, 1920 and went home to her Lord on January 8, 2007 at St. Francis Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Breedlove was a wife, mother, and grandmother and was affectionately known as "Memaw Stella" to many children, even those not her own. Mrs. Breedlove was a faithful long time member of Jackson Street Church of Christ in Monroe and believed in Christ and life after death. It is this faith that gives her family a peace about her passing for we know in Christ there are no good byes. She lived her faith through generosity and caring for others. Many persons were fed at her table for lunch enjoying her home cooking and famous blueberry pound cake. Left to mourn her and miss her is her loving and devoted husband of 56 years, Van Owen Breedlove, Sr.; her daughter, Deanne Groves and husband Greg; granddaughter, Lindsay Walsworth and her father Mike Walsworth; step grand daughters, Christy Groves and Leslie Harrington and husband David; son, Charles "Chuck" Breedlove and wife Lisa, granddaughter Anniegrace Stella Breedlove; step grand daughters, Emmy Carnley, Christine Carnley, and step grandson, Jason Carnley and wife Ashlea; son, Van Breedlove, Jr.; grandson, Keith Breedlove and wife Cammie; granddaughter, Kelly Breedlove; step granddaughter, Casey Brown and husband Kenny and their mother, Carolyn Breedlove; numerous great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Dr. and Mrs. Sunil Prem for their compassionate care of Mrs. Breedlove, Hospice of Louisiana for their support and long time loving and gentle caregivers Patricia Haynes and Margaret Conner who have been there every time they were needed. The family also appreciates all the friends who visited and cared for Mrs. Breedlove and her family during her illness. A memorial service will be conducted by Don Delukie and Paul David Raymond 11:00AM Thursday, January 11, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday at the funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Cliff Beck, Rickey Hudnall, Phil Riley, Jody Lofton, Leonard Rhodes, Steven Fitzhugh, Dr. Bob Huffstutter, and Jack Walker. Memorial gifts in honor of Mrs. Breedlove may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of NE LA, P.O. Box 2471, Monroe, LA 71207, Jackson Street Church of Christ, 1103 Jackson St. Monroe, LA 71202, or to the Hospice Care of Louisiana, 1410 Royal Ave. Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com WE LOVE YOU MOM.

GLADYS MORAN Pellerin Funeral Homes Breaux Bridge, TX Arnaudville- Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM, Thursday, January 11, 2007, at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church in Arnaudville for Gladys Tauzin Moran, 88, who died on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at Maison de Lafayette Nursing Home in Lafayette. Interment will be in St. John Francis Regis Cemetery in Arnaudville. Mrs. Moran was born and raised in the Poche Bridge area and lived in Wisner, LA from 1958 to 1975. She was everything a mother could be; faithful, caring, loving, a great cook, she loved to laugh and loved her Savior, Jesus Christ. Survivors include five sons, Larry J. Moran of Baton Rouge, Melvin C. Moran of Ridgeland, MS, Terry J. Moran of Baton Rouge, Errol L. Moran of Monroe, and Connie P. Moran of Lafayette; one daughter, Renella M. Ratcliff of Vicksburg, MS; twelve grandchildren; and fifteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alex Moran, Jr.; The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. on Wednesday and continue at 8:00AM on Thursday until time of service. A rosary will be recited at 7:00PM on Wednesday. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Pellerin Funeral Home, 314 St. Landry St., Arnaudville, LA 70512, is in charge of arrangements. To view on-line obituary, sign guestbook and view video tribute, go to www.pellerinfuneralhome.com

BETTY TAYLOR PARDUE Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Graveside services for Betty Taylor Pardue, age 71 of Kelly will be held at 11:00AM, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks with Rev. Elbert Sanson and Rev. Jimmy Goodman officiating. Mrs Pardue was born in Clarks on December 30, 1935 and died Monday, January 08, 2007 at her residence. She was a homemaker and worked at the Red Cross Drug Store and as a cafeteria worker at Kelly Elementary School. She was a member of the Clarks Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father: Clyde Taylor and her brother: Wilbur Taylor. Survivors include her husband: Bob Pardue, her daughter and son-in-law: Jenea and Timmy Clark, her son and daughter-in-law: Bobby and Donna Pardue, her grand children: Clayton Pardue, Stephanie Pardue, Dustin Clark, Brittany Clark and Colton Clark all of Kelly, her mother: Oine Reitzell Taylor of Clarks, her sister: Ethel T. James of Columbia and her brothers: Charles "Rabbitt" Taylor of Hebert, Bill Taylor of Clarks , and sister-in-law: Frances Taylor of Clarks. Pallbearers will be Rodney Pardue, William "Bo" Russell, John Taylor, Rob Taylor, Ed James and Todd Williams. Randy Pardue will be a honorary pallbearer. Memorials may be made to the Kelly Baptist Church, St. Jude's Hospital or American Cancer Society.

Jealina Brown, 22
BASTROP — Jealina Brown, a security guard, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Houston Champlin, 82
WINNSBORO — Houston Champlin died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jewel B. Douglas, 78
Jewel B. Douglas of West Monroe, a retired nursery owner, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Debra Denise Drummer, 48
Debra Denise Drummer of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lee Edwards, 25
JONESVILLE — Lee Edwards died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mayna Church of God, Jonesville. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in Pala Alto Cemetery.

Gretta Gillory, 45
RAYVILLE — Gretta Gillory, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Victor Jensen, 25
Victor Jensen of West Monroe, a TEDCO Miracle II employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Henrietta Jordan, 73
Henrietta Jordan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are noon Friday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

Johnny King, 82
CHICAGO — Johnny King, a waiter formerly of Rayville, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Austin Benard Love, 75
Austin Bernard 'A.B.' Love of West Monroe, a retired accountant, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Elmer Virgil McAdams, 77
Elmer Virgil McAdams of Monroe, a retired Ryan Chevrolet master mechanic, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Fred S. McVay Jr., 69
Fred S. McVay Jr. of Calhoun, a retired pipefitter, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of service today.

William L. Mitchell, 79
TALLULAH — William L. Mitchell, a retired movie theater owner, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah.

Gladys Tauzin Moran, 88
ARNAUDVILLE — Gladys Tauzin Moran, a homemaker formerly of Poche Bridge and Wisner, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, Arnaudville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Pellerin Funeral Home and 8 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Julia Raymond, 56
RAYVILLE — Julia Raymond, a beautician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Betty Smiley, 57
ARLINGTON, Texas — Betty Smiley, a technician formerly of Rayville, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Arel E. Stockstill Sr., 81
Arel E. Stockstill of Monroe, a retired Choice Brands warehouse manager, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

David Watkins, 68
BONITA — David Watkins, a truck driver, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Robert Wright, 73
Robert Wright of Monroe, a janitor, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Previously acknowledged
Bryan, Willie Pearl: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Davis, Vivian Lucille: 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Elkins, James E.: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Hampton, Elbert T.: 10 a.m. today, Mobberly Baptist Church, Longview, Texas.
Miller, Odie Jr.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Va.
Pierce, Longo M.: 2 p.m. today, Grace United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Rockett, Olivia: noon today, Mount Union Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Shakir, Baby Boy: 9 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

January 11 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

VICTOR JENSEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Victor Jensen, 25 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 12, 2007 at First Baptist Church West Monroe, LA with Rev. Danny McIlvene and Pastor Michael Stravato officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Victor was born July 20, 1981 in Lafayette, LA and passed away January 7, 2007 in Shreveport, LA. Victor is survived by his wife, Brandi Jensen; son, Kaiden Jensen; mother, Brenda Thompson and husband Walter; father, Mark Jensen; mother-in-law: Janis LaVigne; sister-in-law: Krystal LaVigne; life long friend, Aric Clement; special cousin, Monica Brulte; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his extended family at Tedco/Miracle II. Victor will always be remembered for his quick wit and easygoing spirit. Vic never came across an adventure that he was not willing to take on. He will be remembered as the "alligator hunter." His passion for his hobby was like no other; he was always recruiting his friends for an alligator hunt, rain or shine, loving the thrill of possibly catching the big one. Victor's greatest love in life was his son Kaiden. It was obvious when talking with Victor that Kaiden was the light in his daddy's eyes. His absence on Earth will forever be felt; but in our hearts we know that all we have to do is look to the Heaven's and know that all is well with our Vic. Memorials may be made in lieu of flowers the Victor Jensen Memorial Fund set up for Victor's son Kaiden., contribution can be made at Amsouth Bank. Pallbearers will be Aric Clement, Jack Sims, Kacey Bonnett, Chris Mitchell, Josh Brown, Jesse Sims, Patrick Savage, and Micah David. Honorary Pallbearers will be Andrew Autenberry, Clint Halley, Steven Scott, Josh Simpkins, Adam Wayland, Braxton Reich and Victor's Co-workers at Tedco/Mircle II. Visitation will be held at 5:00PM- 8:00PM Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home- West Monroe and 1:00PM. until service time Friday at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MR. AUSTIN "BERNARD" LOVE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Austin "Bernard" Love, 75, of Calhoun, LA, will be at 11:30AM on Friday, January 12, 2007, in the chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Interment will follow in the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Mr. Love was born October 25, 1931, in Fairbanks, LA, and passed away January 9, 2007, in West Monroe. A graduate of NLU and a retired accountant with Riverwood, Mr. Love was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the U.S. Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ocie and Eunice Reppond Love, and by his beloved wife, Vivian Hare Love, in July, 2004. Survivors include his sons, Alan Love and his wife, Millie, and Rick Love; 3 grandchildren, Kristen Richmond and her husband, Tony, and David and Rachel Love; and his sister, Mary Love. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until 11:30AM on Friday, January 12, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

EDMON RAY YOUNGBLOOD, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Ray was preceded in death by his father in May of 2001. He is survived by his mother, Evelyn; his sister and brother-in-law Sandy and OJ Davis, Jr. of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; their sons Cory and wife Courtney of Destin, FL, Brad and his wife Victoria and daughter, Frankie of Flower Mound, TX; and his sister Debbie and brother-in-law George and their daughters Brittany and Allison of Atlanta, GA. Ray resided in Monroe, LA his entire life graduating from Neville High School and NLU. His most proud moment was signing a pro contract with the San Francisco Giants baseball organization. He was gentle by nature and lived life exactly the way Ray dreamed. Visitation will be held from 12:30PM to 1:30PM on Saturday, January 13 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillan Road, West Monroe, LA, followed immediately with a graveside service at Hasley Cemetery.

Fred 'Punk' Akers, 62
MER ROUGE — Fred Erwin 'Punk' Akers, with the Powerhouse Maintenance Crew for International Paper, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mer Rouge Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ronald Armstrong, 17
Ronald Armstrong of Monroe, a student, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Zion Hill Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Linda Bonner, 52
Linda Bonner of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Stella Amy Breedlove, 86
Stella Amy Breedlove of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Ja'Mirakle R. Buggs, Infant
SPEARSVILLE — Ja'Mirakle Rayne Buggs, infant daughter of Kimberly Buggs, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Fellowship Cemetery, Spearsville, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Rev. Alex Burns, 100
The Rev. Alex Burns of Monroe, a minister, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Cora Cage, 98
DELHI — Cora Cage died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Palistine Baptist Church, Warden. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

John D. Carnaghan, 83
JONESBORO — John Donald Carnaghan, a self-employed truck driver, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until service time at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Houston Champlin Sr., 82
WINNSBORO — Houston D. Champlin Sr., a retired state Department of Transportation and Development district project engineer, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Eva Church of God Cemetery, Eva.

Cora Cox, 85
RUSTON — Cora Cox, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

James 'Jim' Donnell, 78
TYLER, Texas — James 'Jim' Ware Donnell, a retired mechanical engineer formerly of Winnsboro, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery.

Georgia Edwards, 100
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Georgia Edwards, a homemaker, died Jan. 2. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Alex Ellis, 70
Alex Ellis of Monroe, a machine operator, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Mary Cousins Fullerton, 83
ZACHARY — Mary Cousins Fullerton, formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Zachary. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time at the church under the direction of Charlet Funeral Home, Clinton.

Jerry Michael Havens, 52
BASTROP — Jerry Michael 'Mike' Havens, self-employed in retail, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Lois Jeffcoat, 84
BERNICE — Lois Jeffcoat, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dora Jimison, 93
EPPS — Dora Jimison, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is noon until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

Henrietta Jordan, 73
Henrietta Jordan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon—5 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Faye Key, 69
BERNICE — Faye Key, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Thomas J. Little Jr., Infant
Thomas Jerome Little Jr., infant son of Kendra Hargrove and Thomas Jerome Little of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sarah McKeel, 76
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Sarah McKeel, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Lois Peden, 97
RUSTON — Lois Peden, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ethel Smith Riser, 98
SHREVEPORT — Ethel Smith Riser, a retired Winnsboro State Bank employee formerly of Winnsboro, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Dorothy A. Stewart, 83
DUBACH — Dorothy Arlene Stewart died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

William Tanzie, 50
PHENIX CITY, Ala. — William Tanzie, formerly of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are noon Friday at Beth-Salem Presbyterian Church, Columbia, Ala. Burial will be in Main Post Cemetery, Fort Benning, Ga., under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home of Phenix City.

Previously acknowledged
Edwards, Lee: 10 a.m. today, Mayna Church of God, Jonesville.
Jensen, Victor: 2 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Miller, Odie Jr.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Va.
Mitchell, William L.: 10 a.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Moran, Gladys Tauzin: 1 p.m. today, St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, Arnaudville.

January 12, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES MARION BROCATO YOUNG'S COMMUNITY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME Winnsboro, LA Memorial services for Mr. Charles Marion Brocato, 74, of Wisner, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at 10:00AM with Waymon Swain officiating. Interment will follow at Ward Bend Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Brocato was born February 1, 1932 in Gilbert, LA and passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at his home in Wisner. Charles Brocato retired from the La Dept of Transportation and Development. He was a member of the Dan Gilbert Masonic Lodge 405. He was an airplane pilot instructor, a master cabinet maker. He was involved with Dixie Youth Baseball and a Scout Master with the Boys Scouts of America for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include: Wife of 56 years — Bettye Louise Brocato of Wisner, La: 3 sons — Charles Joe Brocato of Haughton, La; David Michael Brocato of Kilgore, TX; and Donald Perry Brocato of Camp LeJeune, N.C.: Brother — Don J. Brocato of Alexandria, La.: Sister — Jean Marie Newman of Ward III, La. He was also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Honorary Pallbearers are the members of the Dan Gilbert Masonic Lodge 405. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Friday, January 12, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.youngscommunity.com.

REV. ALEX A. BURNS, JR. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me." Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, January 13, 2007 at First Missionary Baptist Church, 507 Swayze Street, Monroe, Louisiana for Rev. Alex A. Burns, Jr. 100, who died Saturday, January 6. 2007 at Magnolia Estates Nursing Home in Lafayette. Rev. Burns was a local community activist and Bible scholar for more than 60 years until overtaken by illness. He and the late B.D. Robinson, Eluen Hosten, E.W. Sims and H.H. Marbles were the first Blacks to register to vote in Ouachita Parish in 1939 as Democrats. Rev. Burns served as a mentor to many local political leaders - past and present. He was founder and long-time president of the Louisiana Democratic Voters League, which was a major force in local, regional and state elections. As a result of the efforts of the organization on behalf of the Democratic Party, he and his wife received a personal invitation to attend the inauguration of Jimmy Carter as the 39th President of the United States. He is included in the "Fabric of Our Culture: A Directory of Louisiana's African-American Attractions" published by the Louisiana Office of Tourism in the 1990's. He served for many years as treasurer of Alpha Lodge #9 of the Prince Hall Masons and was a long time member of the Twin Cities Ministerial Alliance. Over the years he graced many local churches and was a much sought after Sunday school lesson reviewer. He leaves to cherish his memory five children, Alice (John) Grigsby, Inglewood, CA, Alex A. Burns, III, St Petersburg, FL, Sylvia Burns Fordice, Lafayette, LA, Lawrence (Arnetta) Burns, Elkhart, IN, and Benjamin Burns, Lafayette, LA; two grandchildren, Alana D. Burns, Brooklyn, NY and Karen M. Burns, Abilene, TX; a brother Rev. Richard (Alfreda) Burns, Vicksburg, MS. along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ollie H. Burns, grandson, Charleston O. Burns, his parents, Alexander and Bertha Burns, five sisters, Josephine Stevens, Nellie Preacely White, Mable Glover Balentine, Savannah McCorkle and Florine Williams. We will remember him as a conscientious father, a devoted brother, a loyal friend and an untiring servant for the Lord. The Family Hour for Rev. Alex A. Burns will be held at Miller Funeral Home Chapel, 2332 Renwick St., Monroe on Friday, January 12 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Memorial gifts may be made to the Ollie H. Burns Minority Scholarship Fund. Checks should be made payable to the LSU Foundation and mailed to the School of Library and Information Science at 267 Coates Hall, LSU, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Please indicate on the check that the money is for the Ollie H. Burns Minority Scholarship. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

MR. HOUSTON D. CHAMPLIN Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mr. Houston D. Champlin Sr., 82 ,of Winnsboro, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, January 12, 2007 at 1:00PM with Rev. Leon Ward, Rev. Wayne Stroud, Rev. Gordon Finley, and Rev. Lloyd Trisler officiating. Interment will follow at Eva Church of God Cemetery near Monterey, LA under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Champlin was born September 18, 1924 in Eva, LA and passed away Tuesday January 09, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. He was a resident of Winnsboro, and a member of the Baptist faith. Mr. Champlin faithfully served our country during World War II in the United States Army for which he received the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal and the American Campaign Medal. He also honorably served in the Air Force Reserve from 1946 to 1952. Mr. Champlin retired in 1980 from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development as District Project Engineer after 33 years of service. He was a past member of the Kiwanis Club and a Life Member of the Louisiana Highway Engineer Association. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and raising cattle, and loved spending time on his farm and with his grandchildren. He was preceded in Death by: Father-Lonnie Champlin, Sr., Mother-Maudell Pecanty Champlin, Brother-Laures Champlin, 2 sisters-Leola Hedricks and Irene Tiffee. Survivors include: Loving Wife of 56 years Betty Fatchett Champlin of Winnsboro, La., 2 Daughters-Kathy Williamson and husband Corky of Winnsboro, La. Jeannine Beatty and husband Paul "Tim" of Vicksburg, Miss., Son-Doyal Champlin and wife Cherry of West Monroe, La., Brother-Lonnie Champlin, Jr. and wife Rose of LaGrange, NC, Sister-Addie Calkins of Monterey, La., 8 Grand children-Laurie Poland and husband Michael, Julie Carrington and husband Adam, Wade Williams and fiance' Beth Gilmore, Amy Arnold and husband Justin all of Winnsboro, Alisha Verzwyvelt and husband Nick of Vicksburg, Miss., Michelle Beatty and fiance' Jerry Bourne of Hattiesburg, Miss., Hannah Camplin and Jacob Champlin of West Monroe, La., 3 Great-Grandchildren-Samuel Carrington, Ayla Verzwyvelt, and Ty Houston Arnold, Uncle-Kelly Pecanty of Monterey, La., Aunt-Annie Mae McNeely of Jonesville, La., and numerous nieces, nephews, other close relatives, and many friends. Pallbearers will be Joe Champlin, Brian Champlin, Rick Sibley, Brad Calkins, Alan Lipsey, and Roy Hinson. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Larry Cornwell, Frank Calkins Jr., and Charles Calkins. Memorials may be made on his behalf to Sardis Baptist Church or Eva Church of God. To leave an online condolence or memorial for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com.

CORA A. COX Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Cora A. Cox, 85, of Ruston, Louisiana will be 2:00 PM Saturday, January 13, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Dr. Michael Hawley will be officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park in Monroe, LA at 4:00 PM under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Cox was born November 2, 1921 in Liddieville, Louisiana and passed away January 10, 2007 in Ruston, LA. She loved her family and her church, Emmanuel Baptist of Ruston. She enjoyed taking care of flowers and her yard and cooking her special chicken and dumplings. She was retired from J. C. Penney Company. Mrs. Cox is survived by her daughter: Carolyn Brazzel and husband, Gene of Ruston; Sons: Gwen Cox and wife, Ann of Bernice and Delroy Cox and wife, Diane of Monroe, La; seven grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren; sister: Beatrice Howington of Wisner, La and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband: Lelon Cox; sister: Lavonne Peters and brothers: Tommy Ainsworth, Quincy Ainsworth, and J. I. Ainsworth. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00PM Friday, January 12, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JAMES "JIM" WARE DONNELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mr. James "Jim" Ware Donnell, age 78 of Tyler, Texas, formerly of Winnsboro, LA will be at 1:00PM. Saturday, January 13, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Larry Russell officiating. Burial will follow in New Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Jim was born at his parent's home in Winnsboro where he grew up and went to school. He attended Louisiana Tech & graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, but aviation was his dream. Jim was a member of the Civil Air Patrol while in college and two days after graduating enlisted in the Air Force & was sent to Spartan School of Aeronautics. Jim rose to the rank of Captain working with Flight Operations & then Research and Development Command. After leaving the Air Force, Jim went on to work on the most advanced aircraft being developed at that time - the F7 fighter, the F8 Crusader, the F-104 Starfighter, the F-4 Phantom, and the guidance systems for the B-58 and the B-70. Jim also worked on the X-15 rocket plane at the Air Force Flight Test Center in California where he met and worked with a number of the men who were to become this nation's first astronauts. Jim was then invited to join the teams at NASA and given the task of establishing and leading the Criteria and Safety Standards Office for all future manned spacecraft flights. Jim worked with NASA through the Gemini, Apollo and Skylab projects. Through all of these years Jim was committed to Jesus, his church and his family. Jim ministered in his churches through his songs as well as his word. In all that Jim did in his life, he recognized that if he did not have love he had nothing. He looked forward to the day Jesus would say to him "well done, good and faithful servant." Mr. Donnell was preceded in death by his parents, former Franklin Parish Clerk of Court, James R. Donnell and Lois Cheatwood Donnell. Survivors include sons Patrick Flynn Donnell of Lewisville, TX and James Van Donnell of Arlington, TX, daughter Erin Rose Baggs of Tyler, TX, and three grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: K. P. Bonner, Benton Moore, James Leo Ross, John D. Wooldridge, Gary Robinson, and Bill Russell. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Historic Aviation Memorial Museum, Tyler Pounds Regional Airport, 150 Airport Drive, Tyler, TX, 75704, or the Alzheimer's Association, North Texas Chapter, 2613 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler, TX 75701. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. Friday, January 12th at Mulhearn Funeral Home—Winnsboro, LA.

MILDRED KATHERINE PATTERSON Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Mildred Katherine Patterson, age 84, of Lake Providence, LA will be 2:00PM Friday, January 12, 2007 at Northside Church of Christ in Lake Providence, LA with V. W. Hayhurst officiating. Burial will follow in the Providence Memorial Cemetery under direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence, LA. Mrs. Patterson was born October 19, 1922 in Haile, LA and died January 10, 2007 at the East Carroll Parish Hospital in Lake Providence, LA. Mrs. Patterson graduated from Marion High School, Louisiana Tech in Ruston, LA with a degree in English Education. She earned a Master's Degree in Education from Mississippi Southern University in 1968. Mrs. Patterson was an educator for 33 years, in Lincoln, Caddo and East Carroll Parishes. She retired as Secondary School Supervisor and Director of Federal Programs from East Carroll Parish School System in 1984. After retirement Mildred was active and served as President of the local AARP chapter. She was a volunteer at the Byerley House. She was a member of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Cotton Museum and a board member for the local Council of Aging. She participated in Senior Olympic Games winning three Spelling Bee competitions. After Mildred suffered a debilitating stroke in 2005, she was lovingly cared for by Belle Heard, who was her companion and friend until Mildred's death. Belle will always be loved by Mildred's family. The family also acknowledges Mildred's neighbors, Lynn and Jim Thom and David Tschabold, who truly loved Mildred with their thoughtful deeds. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Patterson; her parents, Will and Nettie Edwards; a brother, William Edwards and a sister Louise Arrant. Suvivors include a son, Edward Patterson of Baton Rouge, LA; a daughter Jane Frith and her husband Danny of Lake Providence, LA; a daughter Kathy Bradley and her husband Mike of Transylvania, LA; grandson, Garrett Frith of Lewisville, TX; grandson, Greg Frith and his wife Jenifer of Shreveport, LA; and a great grandchild, Ava Frith of Shreveport, LA. Pallbearers will be Gary Parker, Toney Lensing, Garrett Frith, Greg Frith, Tommy Swafford, and Jim Rhodes. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Tschabold and Harvey Howington. Family will receive friends from 1:00PM till 2:00PM Friday at Northside Church of Christ.

Linda Faye Bonner, 52
Linda Faye Bonner of Monroe, a former Dankin Trail employee, died Wednesday. Mass is noon Tuesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. A Rosary will be 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

Jealina Brown, 22
BASTROP — Jealina Brown, a security guard, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

LeJune Oliver Carroll, 76
LeJune Oliver Carroll of West Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Harriet W. Childers, 97
WISNER — Harriet Wactor Childers died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Angela Yvette Craft, 31
OAK GROVE — Angela Yvette Craft, a certified nursing assistant, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Oak Grove High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery.

Debra Denise Drummer, 48
Debra Denise Drummer of Monroe, a beautician, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Gretta Guillory, 45
DELHI — Gretta Guillory, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Vaughn Street Church of Christ, Delhi. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Delhi.

Betty Martin Hall, 38
EL DORADO, Ark. — Betty Martin Hall, a homemaker formerly of Bastrop, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark Baptist Church, Bonita. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery, Spearsville.

Marie B. Hensley, 86
Marie B. Hensley of Monroe, a retired grocer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Madleon Humphries, 91
Madleon Humphries of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery, Corey.

Faye Janette Key, 69
BERNICE — Faye Janette Key, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dr. Billy D. King, 89
MONTEREY — Dr. Billy D. King died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home of Ferriday.

Johnnie Earl Lee, 74
TALLULAH — Johnnie Earl Lee died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Madison High School, Tallulah. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Austin 'A.B.' Love, 75
Austin Bernard "A.B." Love of West Monroe, a retired accountant, died Tuesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Calhoun.

John Andrew Messina, 46
John Andrew Messina of Monroe, a real estate appraiser, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.

Mildred K. Patterson, 84
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Mildred Katherine Patterson, an educator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Northside Church of Christ, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Lois Spinks Peden, 97
RUSTON — Lois Spinks Peden, a retired Deep South Antiques antique dealer, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lillie Ann Pollard, 58
TALLULAH — Lillie Ann Pollard, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Cammon Cemetery, Newellton.

Leland David Posey Sr., 92
OAK GROVE — Leland David Posey Sr., a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pioneer Assembly of God. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Julia M. Raymond, 56
RAYVILLE — Julia Maluveeux Raymond, a beautician, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Seven Star Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ethel Smith Riser, 98
SHREVEPORT — Ethel Smith Riser, formerly of Winnsboro, a Winnsboro State Bank retiree, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Lewis Eugene Skains, 84
Lewis Eugene Skains of Monroe, a retired building contractor, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

David Watkins, 68
MANGHAM — David Watkins, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Johnnie L. Wilson, 51
PARHAMS — Johnnie L. Wilson died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Robert Wright, 73
Robert Wright of Monroe, a janitor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Luke Baptist Church, Bonita. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Previously acknowledged
Akers, Fred 'Punk': 2 p.m. today, Mer Rouge Baptist Church.
Armstrong, Ronald: 11 a.m. today, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Monroe.
Buggs, Ja'Mirakle R.: 11 a.m. today, Fellowship Cemetery, Spearsville.
Burns, Rev. Alex: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Champlin, Houston Sr.: 1 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Donnell, James 'Jim': 1 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Edwards, Georgia: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Ellis, Alex: 10 a.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Havens, Jerry Michael: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Jeffcoat, Lois: 10 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Dubach.
Jensen, Victor: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Jimison, Dora: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps.
Jordan, Henrietta: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
McKeel, Sarah: 2 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake.
Miller, Odie Jr.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Va.
Tanzie, Williams: noon today, Beth-Salem Presbyterian Church, Columbia, Ala.

January 13, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. IRIS LEJUNE OLIVER CARROLL Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Iris LeJune Oliver Carroll, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be held at Holly Grove Baptist Church on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at 2:00PM with Rev. Terry Traxler and Rev. Jeff Robinson officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Carroll was born December 10, 1930 in Franklin Parish, and passed away Thursday January 11, 2007 at Cornerstone Hospital, West Monroe. She was a resident of West Monroe, a School teacher, and a member of the Brownsville Baptist Church. Mrs. Carroll earned her B.A. in Education from Northwestern University and a Masters Degree from NLU in Monroe. She taught school many years at Wisner High School. She was preceded in death by Husband, Herbert Carroll; Father, Sam Oliver; Mother, Missie (Magee) Oliver; Brother, Pete Oliver. Survivors include Daughter, Sherry McAdams and husband Butch of West Monroe; Son Rusty Carroll and Mandie Hunt and Katrina Carroll. The pallbearers will be Ronald Beach, Darrell Beach, Michael Beach, Herman Rials, Nathan Oliver, and Joe Foy. In lieu of flowers donate in Holly Grove Baptist church, Wisner or Brownsville Baptist Church, West Monroe. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com

MR. DONALD L. CLOWERS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Donald L. Clowers, 72, will be 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Peniel Baptist Church in West Monroe. Officiating will be Reverends Milton Pray and Charles Davis. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Clowers was born on December 17, 1934 and passed away on January 11, 2007. Survivors are his wife, Nellie Clowers; daughter, Renee Clowers; sons, Eddie Clowers and Robert Clowers and wife Jennifer; grandsons, Ryan Wallace, Josh Clowers and Caleb Clowers; special aunt, Rachel Brown and other relatives and friends. Mr. Clowers was a deacon, church treasurer, Sunday school teacher and music director for many years at Peniel Baptist Church. He was also a retired banker and worked for numerous banks in the community. He will be remembered for his love of music and playing the guitar. Pallbearers will be Darrel Naron, Tab Peters, Layton Walters, Gary Thornhill, Ray Scharf and Greg Massey. Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Peniel Baptist Church. Visitation will be 5:00PM — 8:00PM, Saturday, January 13, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

EFFIE LEE GULLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Effie Lee Taylor Gulley 82, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, January 14 at Farmerville First Assembly of God with Rev. Ken Richmond and Bro. Jessie L. Foster officiating. Interment will follow in Springhill Cemetery in Oakland. Visitation will be from 5:00PM-8:00PM on January 13, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Born on October 18, 1924 she was the oldest of eight children. She was a godly women who went to be with her Savior January 12, 2007. She was a very active member of Farmerville First Assembly for many years. Preceding her in death was her husband Charles Gulley; parents Firmy and Mattie L. Taylor; brothers J.H. (Jim) Taylor and W.E. (Bill) Taylor and son-in-law Jerry (Bo) Edwards. Survivors include her children Charlene Foster and husband Jessie; Robert Gulley and wife Dianne; Jennifer Wicker and husband James; and Susan Edwards. Grandchildren Robbin Bowman and husband Hubert; Lori Withers and husband Bruce; Ashley Bolin and husband Brad; Amanda Stephenson and husband Dusty, Danna Gulley; Charles Edwards. Great Grandchildren Jessica Bowman, Nicole Bowman, Lacy Flurry, Ryane Bolin, Mallory Withers, Hannah Monk, Hayden Monk; John Franklin Stephenson; Laney Bolin and great-great grandchild Ryder Burke. Siblings: Billie Crow, Bobbie Williamson, Carl Taylor, Sylvia Rockett, and Jerry Taylor. Pallbearers are Kelly Taylor, Dent Taylor, John Crow, Bruce Withers, Brad Bolin, Hubert Bowman, and Dusty Stephenson. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.Kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JOHN ANDREW MESSINA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mr. John Andrew Messina, 46, of Monroe, will be at 10 AM, Saturday, January 13, 2007, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Rev. Thomas Kalam and Rev. James Dominic officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Messina, a graduate of St. Fredrick's High School and ULM, was born February 16, 1960, in Monroe and died January 11, 2007, in Monroe. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers, National Association of Realtors, Louisiana Realtor Association, and Northeast Louisiana Board of Realtors. He was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine A. Messina and grandparents, John and Frances Adragna. He is survived by his wife, Rene Palmer Messina; father, Carey M. Messina; brother and sister-in-law, Carey J. and Jolie Messina; sister and brother-in-law, Cathy and Don Trichel; sister, Lisa Messina; nieces and nephews, Laura and Ryan Trichel, Emily, Nathalie, John Thomas and Catherine Messina, and Lindsey Bostick; father and mother-in-law, Berle and Lea Palmer; and sister-in-law and husband, Lea Ann and Terry Bostick. Pallbearers will be James Roberts, Frank Bruscato, Tony Bruscato, Bill Burks, Bill Crawford, A. J. Burns, John Thomas Messina, and Ryan Trichel. Honorary pallbearers will be John P. Cruz, Jimmy Balsamo Jr., Doug Seegers, and Hank Smith. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Special thanks go to Dr. Charles Hargon, Dr. Michael Sampognaro, The Willis-Knighten Cancer Center and the nurses of St. Francis Fifth Floor Medical. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BILLY JUNE WELCH Hebert, LA Services for Mrs. Billy June Welch, 73, of Hebert Louisiana will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2007 at Welcome Home Baptist Church in Hebert, with Rev. Bill Gueringer officiating. Mrs. Welch died Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at Plantation Manor in Winnsboro. Mrs. Welch was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father T. H. Mercer and mother Opal Mercer, two daughters Shary Welch and Marsha Welch, two grandsons Michael Welch and Timothy West, and her brother Charles Mercer. Survivors included husband Spurgeon Welch of Hebert, son John Welch and wife Cindy of Houma, daughter Alisa McClanahan of Calhoun, grandson Komer West II of Camp Gieger, NC, two grand daughters, Felicia Ellis and husband Mike of Girard and Ashley Welch of Houma and great granddaughter Kyla Garner of West Monroe. Visitation will be at 1:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 2:00PM.

Willard H. Augspurger, 83
ORLANDO, Fla. — Col. Willard Horton Augspurger, formerly of Montrose, Ark., and West Monroe, a retired U.S. Army colonel and former teacher at Delta-Ouachita Technical College, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Hamburg, Ark. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday at Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home, Hamburg. Burial will be in Hamburg Cemetery.

Charles Brocato, 74
WISNER — Charles Brocato, a state Department of Transportation and Development retiree, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ward Cemetery, Winnsboro.

LeJune Oliver Carroll, 76
LeJune Oliver Carroll of West Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Harriet W. Childers, 97
WISNER — Harriet Wactor Childers died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Cemetery.

William Coker, 82
JONESVILLE — William Coker died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Bonnie Toney Cole, 66
MANY — Bonnie Ruth Toney Cole, formerly of Bastrop, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Rockett-Nettles Funeral Home, Coushatta. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery, Fairview Alpha.

Cora A. Cox, 85
RUSTON — Cora A. Cox, a retail sales clerk, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Angela Yvette Craft, 31
OAK GROVE — Angela Yvette Craft, a CNA, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

James Earl Douglas, 75
SHREVEPORT — James Earl Douglas died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Shreveport. Burial will be in Forest Park West, Shreveport under the direction of Rose-Neath Southside, Shreveport.

Marie Ezell, 66
BASTROP — Marie Ezell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lonnie 'Bull' Free, 58
RAYVILLE — Lonnie 'Bull' Free, a small engine mechanic, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation 4:30-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham.

Betty S. Holmes, 78
Betty Sheppard Holmes of Monroe, a retired salesperson for Field's, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Sue Scott, 84
Betty Sue Scott of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Gloria J. Scott, 47
HERNANDO, Miss. — Gloria J. Scott, a bookkeeper for Minor Brother's Hardware, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Emmanuel Christian Fellowship Church, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Audrey W. Smith, 86
Audrey W. Smith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at Chatham Cemetery, Chatham. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donna Joyce Smith, 51
OAK GROVE — Donna Joyce Smith, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Bayou Macon Cemetery, Pioneer.

Johnnie Stallings, 68
FERRIDAY — Johnnie Stallings, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Isabel C. Thompson, 86
DALLAS — Isabel Christensen Thompson, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Johnnie Lea Wilson, 51
PARHAMS — Johnnie Lea Wilson died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at New Era Baptist Church, New Era. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Edmon Youngblood Jr., 58
Edmon Ray Youngblood Jr. of Monroe, an automobile mechanic, died Jan. 5. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Bonner, Linda Faye: noon Tuesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Brown, Jealina: 1 p.m. today, New St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Bastrop.
Burns, Rev. Alex: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Donnell, James 'Jim': 1 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Drummer, Debra Denise: 11 a.m. Monday, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Edwards, Georgia: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Ellis, Alex: 10 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Guillory, Gretta: 11 a.m. today, Vaughn Street Church of Christ, Delhi.
Hall, Betty Martin: 11 a.m. today, St. Mark Baptist Church, Bonita.
Humphries, Madleon: 1 p.m. today, Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jeffcoat, Lois: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Dubach.
Jimison, Dora: 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps.
Jordan, Henrietta: 2:30 p.m. today, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Key, Faye Janette: 2 p.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice.
Lee, Johnnie Earl: 1 p.m. today, Madison High School, Tallulah.
McKeel, Sarah: 2 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Messina, John Andrew: 10 a.m. today, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe.
Miller, Odie Jr.: 11 a.m. today, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Va.
Peden, Lois Spinks: 11 a.m. today, Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.
Pollard, Lillie Ann: 1:30 p.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Newellton.
Raymond, Julia M.: 1 p.m. today, Seven Star Baptist Church, Delhi.
Riser, Ethel Smith: 11 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Watkins, David: 11 a.m. today, St. Matthews Baptist Church, Mangham.

January 14, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EFFIE LEE GULLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Effie Lee Taylor Gulley 82, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, January 14 at Farmerville First Assembly of God with Rev. Ken Richmond and Bro. Jessie L. Foster officiating. Interment will follow in Springhill Cemetery in Oakland. Visitation will be from 5:00PM-8:00PM on January 13, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Born on October 18, 1924 she was the oldest of eight children. She was a godly woman who went to be with her Savior January 12, 2007. She was a very active member of Farmerville First Assembly for many years. Preceding her in death was her husband Charles Gulley; parents Firmy and Mattie L. Taylor; brothers J.H. (Jim) Taylor and W.E. (Bill) Taylor and son-in-law Jerry (Bo) Edwards. Survivors include her children Charlene Foster and husband Jessie; Robert Gulley and wife Dianne; Jennifer Wicker and husband James; and Susan Edwards. Grandchildren Robbin Bowman and husband Hubert; Lori Withers and husband Bruce; Ashley Bolin and husband Brad; Amy Monk, Amanda Stephenson and husband Dusty, Danna Gulley; Charles Edwards. Great Grandchildren Jessica Bowman, Nicole Bowman, Lacy Flurry, Ryane Bolin, Mallory Withers, Hannah Monk, Hayden Monk; John Franklin Stephenson; Laney Bolin and great-great grandchild Ryder Burke. Siblings: Billie Crow, Bobbie Williamson, Carl Taylor, Sylvia Rockett, and Jerry Taylor. Pallbearers are Kelly Taylor, Dent Taylor, John Crow, Bruce Withers, Brad Bolin, Hubert Bowman, and Dusty Stephenson.

MARIE B. HENSLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Graveside services for Mrs. Marie B. Hensley, 86, of Monroe, will be at 2 PM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at St. Matthew Mausoleum, with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Hensley was a native and lifelong resident of Monroe. She attended St. Matthew High School and was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. As a child, she worked in her father's grocery store on Desiard Street in Monroe. Thereafter, she and her husband, Curtis Lee Hensley, owned and operated Hensley's Supermarket in Monroe for some 31 years. Later, she was associated with a family enterprise, Lee's Hallmark Shoppe on Forsythe Avenue, Monroe, for 25 years. During her more than 60 years in the business world, she was very diligent and hardworking. Following her retirement, she devoted much of her life to her daughter and granddaughter, and that is her legacy—a life of caring and sharing. She is now caring for her granddaughter, Tricia, in Heaven. She will always be more than a memory to those who knew and loved her. Instead, she will always be a living presence in our lives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Lee Hensley; granddaughter, Tricia Hensley Smith, who died in 2006 and with whom she shared the same birthday; mother and father, Cira Calderone Buttitta and Giacomo Buttitta; sisters, Catherine B. Ducote and Sarah Jane Buttitta; and brothers, Joseph P. Buttitta and Jack M. Buttitta. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Hensley Smith; son-in-law, J. Randolph Smith; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Anthony J. Bruscato, Raymond Doolittle, Marvin J. Ducote, Jr., and Matthew J. Hill, Jr. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 8 PM, Sunday, January 14, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 7 PM. Memorials may be made to The United Way, The St. Vincent DePaul Society or The River Cities Cat Society. The family will greet friends at The Atrium on Louisville Avenue following the service. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

BETTY SHEPPARD HOLMES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Betty Sheppard Holmes, 78, of Monroe, will be 11 AM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Rev. James Dominic officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Holmes, a Girl Scout volunteer, was born September 30, 1928, in Star City, AR and died January 12, 2007, in Monroe, LA. She retired from Field's and was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Holmes, Jr.; daughters, Teresa Maria Morgan and husband Howard Clifton of Tallulah, LA and Barbara Louise Mays and husband Robert L. of Sterlington, LA; son, Stanley Irvin Sheppard and wife Jill of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Lance, Louis and Lawrence Morgan, Jeff Mays, Joan Carter, and Janice Sheppard; brothers, John Harold Green and wife Cinda of Douglas, KS and Edgar Floyd Green and wife Polly of Wylie, TX; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 6 PM until 8 PM, Sunday, January 14, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

EMMA BONNER HOLLOWAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mrs. Emma Bonner Holloway, 85, of Sterlington, will be at 10 AM, Tuesday, January 16, 2007, at First Baptist Church of Sterlington, with Rev. Jamie Bonner and Rev. J.E. Brown officiating. Interment will be Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Holloway was born November 16, 1921, in Oak Grove, LA and went home to meet her Savior on Saturday, January 13, 2007, following a lengthy illness. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Sterlington where she taught Sunday school for many years. The oldest of 11, she spent her life surrounded by her family illustrating the selfless love of our Lord Jesus Christ. She enjoyed cooking for her family, gardening and having coffee with her friends. Most of all, she was a supportive wife, a loving mother and grandmother and a true friend to all those she encountered. She truly lived the life of the virtuous woman as illustrated in Proverbs 31. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 44 years, Lloyd L. Holloway and brothers, Harvey, W.E., K.C., and Norwood Bonner. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Holloway Reeves and husband Larry of Fayetteville, GA and Janis Holloway McDonald and husband Larry of Monroe; son, Lloyd Michael Holloway and wife Angela of Sterlington; brother, Huey Bonner and wife Gloria of Bastrop, LA; sisters, Bonnie Mitcham and husband Emmitt of Houston, TX, Sue Hargroves and husband Richard of Ashdown, AR, Peggy Wills and husband Don of Houston, TX, Dora Johnson and husband Bob of Bastrop, LA and Tinna Harper and husband Glen of Bastrop, LA; grand children, Patti McDonald Cato and husband Bobby, Larry Wayne McDonald, Jr. and wife Lori, Larry Reeves, Jr. and wife Christy, Jana Reeves Wiggins and husband Ben, Michael Holloway, and Trey Holloway; and eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 8 PM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Sterlington Building Program. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

WILLARD ROY MCMULLEN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Willard Roy McMullen, age 81 of Columbia will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, January 15, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Chuck Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Union Cemetery west of Grayson. Mr. McMullen, a.k.a. "Tom Dooley" was born on February 22, 1925 in Caldwell Parish to the union of Cloyd and Maggie Coates McMullen and died Saturday, January 13, 2007 at his residence. He was a retired machine operator with Olin Kraft in West Monroe and a veteran of World War II having served in the Army. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wives: Chlotile Head McMullen and Ethel Mae Oxner McMullen, his son: Jimmy Lee McMullen and his sister: Mildred M. Thompson. Survivors include his companion: Mattie Armstrong of Columbia, his sons: Roy McMullen of Hebert, Ray McMullen and his wife: Paula of Columbia and Billy McMullen and his wife: Tori of Grayson, his daughter: Virginia M. Kelley of Grayson, his grandchildren: Curtis McMullen, Craig McMullen, Shane McMullen, Brannon McMullen, Justin McMullen, Cheryl Harper, Michaela McMullen and Dade McMullen, his great-grandchildren: Ronnie Harper and Chlotile "Skeeter" Harper and his great-great-granddaughter: Peyton Brooke Harper. Pallbearers will be Glen Barnhill, Craig Honeycutt, Daniel Stapleton, Jimmy Stapleton, David May and Chad Antley. Honorary pallbearers are James Strange, Waylon May, Eugene May, Everett May, Barry Johnson and Will Johnson. Visitation will be Sunday from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Monday from 8 a.m. until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia

JERRY B. RODEN, SR. Austin-Peel & Son Funeral Home Round Rock, TX Born in Monroe, LA 10/25/1934, Passed in Round Rock, TX 01/07/2007. Graduated Class of 1953 Jonesboro-Hodge High School, Jonesboro, LA. Served with the US Marine Corp during the Korean War. Graduated LSU Law Enforcement Institute in Baton Rouge, LA 1967. Graduated University of Louisiana at Monroe BS in Physics May 1971. Retired rank of Major from the Monroe Police with over 20 years of service. Former President of Louisiana State and Monroe Local Police Unions. 1971 Louisiana State Individual Quick Draw Champion. Enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycles, judo and scuba diving. Preceded in death by his father Wilber Roden and his mother Lizzie Burt Poland Roden. Survived by his son Jerry B. Roden, Jr. of Brunswick, GA and his daughter Elizabeth A. Roden of Round Rock, TX. Survived by 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. His beloved former wife, Loretta J. Spurlock, brightened his final days. Donations in his memory may be made to: TMPA Charities 6200 La Calma Drive, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78752.

BETTY SUE GILLEY SCOTT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Betty Sue Gilley Scott, 84, will be 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Larry Linson. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Following a brief illness, Mrs. Scott died at her residence on Friday morning January 12, 2007. Mrs. Scott was one of eleven children. She was born in Rockingham County, NC, the daughter of Frank T. and Betty Lou Carter Heffinger. Prior to moving to Monroe in 1972, she lived on Stockland Plantation north of Tallulah, LA. Preceding her in death was her husband, Frederick Montgomery Gilley, General Manager of Stockland Plantation and a native of Eden, seven brothers and one sister all of whom lived in North Carolina and Virginia, and her son-in-law, Daniel Burnett of West Monroe. She is survived by two daughters, Susan G. Vinson of Monroe and Betty G. Burnett of West Monroe, one sister, Vera Dew of Phoenix, AZ, who was visiting her at the time of her death and one brother, Sam Heffinger of Madison, NC. She had four grandchildren: Heather Willis of Monroe, Toby, Cliff and Monty Burnett of West Monroe. Her great grandchildren are Blake, Brook, Jesse, Bryce, Tyler, ReAnn and Molly Burnett. She shared a very special bond with her great granddaughter, Hannah Paige Willis on whose life she made a lasting impact. Pallbearers will be Toby, Monty and Blake Burnett and her granddaughter's husband Richard Willis to whom the immediate family owes a special debt of gratitude.

LEWIS EUGENE SKAINS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mr. Lewis Eugene Skains, 84, of Monroe, will be 10 AM, Tuesday, January 16, 2007, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Skains, a World War II veteran, was born June 22, 1922, in West Monroe, LA and died January 10, 2007, in Monroe, LA. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and a loving family man. He is survived by a son, Lewis "Chip" Skains II; and two daughters, Lea Spinks and Melissa Coleman. Pallbearers will be Knights of Columbus #1337. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 7 PM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6 PM. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

ISABEL CHRISTENSEN THOMPSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mrs. Isabel Christensen Thompson, 86, of Dallas, TX formerly of Monroe, LA will be at 10 AM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Thompson was born November 27, 1920, in Mobile, AL and died January 11, 2007, at Doctors Alzheimer Health Center in Dallas, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Matthew Carey Thompson and granddaughter, Mary Zurhellen McGough. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon Ann Thompson McGough and husband, James McGough of Dallas, TX and Nancy Clare Thompson Owens and husband, John S. Owens of Arlington, TX; grandchildren, Catherine Clare McGough Kossler and husband Rob of Columbus, OH, James Kingsley McGough of Omaha, NE, Lenna Elise McGough Coffman and Dr. Derek Coffman of Tulsa, OK, William Matthew McGough and Pepper Cayer McGough of Tulsa, OK, Edward Thomas McGough and Brooke Hanson McGough of Dallas, TX, John Patrick Owens of Monroe, LA, and Katherine Inghram Owens of Monroe, LA; and great-grandchildren, Emily Rose Kossler and Clare Elizabeth Kossler of Columbus, OH, Ashley Elise Coffman, Zachary Derek Coffman, Noah James Coffman, and Joshua Holt Coffman of Tulsa, OK and Mary Madison McGough and William Lane McGough of Tulsa, OK. Visitation will be from 3 PM until 5 PM, Sunday, January 14, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A rosary service will be at 4 PM. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

Earl F. Brown, 76
HODGE — Earl F. Brown, a self-employed truck driver, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville. Visitation is 10 a.m. until services at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Clarice N. Broyles, 86
RUSTON — Clarice Nyegaard Broyles, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery near Farmerville. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

William "Bill" Coker, 82
JONESVILLE — William "Bill" Coker, a retired carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Oak Grove Free Methodist Church. Visitation begins at 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Donald L. Clowers, 72
Donald L. Clowers of West Monroe, an accountant, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Peniel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Malquin A. DuCrest, 92
ST. JOSEPH — Malquin A. DuCrest, a retired pianist, died Friday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mae Machen, 94
JONESBORO — Mae Machen, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery.

Lovia Mae Moseley, 89
LA PLACE — Lovia Mae Moseley, a retired produce manager for A&P Grocery, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at New Hope Church of God, Pioneer. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Pioneer.

Elvie Newton, 83
OAK GROVE — Elvie Newton died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Eudora (Ark.) Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at Griffin-Steele Funeral Home, Eudora, Ark.

Johnnie Stallings, 68
FERRIDAY — Johnnie Stallings, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Natchez (Miss.) National Cemetery. Visitation is 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Previously acknowledged
Augspurger, Willard H.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Hamburg.
Bonner, Linda Faye: noon Tuesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Childers, Harriet W.: 10 a.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Douglas, James Earl: 11 a.m. Monday, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Shreveport.
Drummer, Debra Denise: 11 a.m. Monday, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Free, Lonnie 'Bull': 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Scott, Betty Sue: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Gloria J.: 2 p.m today, Emanual Christian Fellowship Church, Oak Grove.
Smith, Audrey W.: 11 a.m. Monday, Chatham Cemetery.
Smith, Donna Joyce: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove

January 15 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROBERT L. GREEN Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Robert L. Green, 76, died January 13, 2007 in Ruston, LA. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2007 in Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel with Rev. Doug Howell officiating. Interment will follow in Rose-Neath Cemetery. Funeral home visitation will be Monday, January 15, 2007 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Bossier City, LA. Mr. Green was born in Chatham, LA and was a resident of Ruston. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was a retired heavy equipment operator from the construction industry. Mr. Green was an active church member for many years and served as a musician. He never met a stranger and was a friend to all. Preceding Mr. Green in death is his wife, Juanita Green and a son, Robert Neal Green, Sr. He is survived by a son, Roger Green and fiancée, Miriam Higginbothom; daughter, Barbara Wiley and husband, Allen; grandchildren, Scot Gooch and wife, Shelly, Caterina Pearson and husband, Jason, Chris Haley, Tracie Hartnett, Daphney Green, Tonya Green, Angela Locke, Felicia Green, Robert Neal Green, Jr., Daniel Green, Richard Wiley and fiancée, Lisa Bowlin and 22 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Scot Gooch, Jason Pearson, Chris Haley, Chris Lindsey, Daniel Green, Richard Wiley and Allen Wiley.

CONSUELO HUDKINS JONES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Funeral services for Consuelo "Connie" Jones, 75, of Monroe will be 2 PM, Tuesday, January 16, 2007, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Msgr. Edmund Moore and Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Connie died January 13, 2007. The daughter of Consuelo and Al Hudkins, she was born April 22, 1931, in Fort Worth, Texas. Connie was a retired registered nurse and a retired realtor. She was a member of the Junior Charity League of Monroe and a past president of the Women's Auxiliary of the Ouachita Medical Society. She was a homemaker and lived in Monroe for 50 years. Survivors are husband, Dr. John Bolling Jones; three sons: Larry and his wife, Paula; Wayne; Charlie and his wife, Janet; two daughters: Kathy Procell and her husband, Butch; Debbie Sutton and her husband, Teddy Joe; as well as her brother, Lonnie Hudkins, and his wife, Mary; also, five grandchildren: Chelle Procell Woods and her husband, Darin; Matthew and Christopher Procell; Amie Goubert Smith and her husband, Brad; and Sarah Goubert; as well as two great grandchildren: Allen and Hannah Smith. Pallbearers will be Brad Smith, Christopher Procell, Matthew Procell, Teddy Joe Sutton, Darin Woods, and Brandon Prescott. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 7 PM, Monday, January 15, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6:30 PM. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

VICKY PARKER NYEGAARD Greene Funeral Home Rock Hill, SC Vicky Parker Nyegaard, age 56, of 308 Kirkstone Lane passed away Saturday, January 13, 2007 at Piedmont Medical Center. A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM on Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at the chapel of Westminister Presbyterian Church with Dr. Shelton Sanford, III officiating and Richard G. Spatola assisting. Burial will be private. A native of Monroe, LA, Vicky is the daughter of Prentice Parker of Monroe, LA and the late Johnnie Lowe Parker. She was a member of Westminister Presbyterian Church and a homemaker. She was formerly employed with the Rock Hill School District at Independence Elementary School as a teacher's assistant. She was a member of the Needle Point Guild and "Elephant Group" in Rock Hill. In addition to her father, Mrs. Nyegaard is survived by her husband, Ernest D. Nyegaard; her sons, Lucas Matthew Nyegaard and wife, Tara of Rock Hll, Joshua "Josh" Rainey Nyegaard of Rock Hill; Jamie Caldwell and wife, Amy of Rock Hill; her sisters, Wendy Parker Tucker of Nachitoches, TX, Carol Kuntz of Tucker, GA, and Kathryn Andrepont of Lake Charles, LA; her grandchildren, Michaela Nyegaard, Noah Nyegaard, Isaac Nyegaard, Judah Nyegaard, Seth Caldwell and Ashlyn Caldwell. She will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends in the church parlor and at the home following the service. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children Home, 7200 Desiard Street, PO Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71211. Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC is serving the Nyegaard family.

EVA LIVELY PASCHAL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Eva Lively Paschal, 68, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at Revival Campground Church in West Monroe, LA with Brother Stanton Groan and Brother Jerry Buchan officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Paschal was born Eva Lively on March 24, 1938 in Hollyridge, LA in Richland Parish and passed away on January 14, 2007 at her residence in West Monroe, LA. She is survived by Bruce Paschal, sons, Bill and Jamie Paschal, daughters, Teresa Hazlinsky, Patty Fowler, Annie Thomas, and Marie Lemelle, 14 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, sister, Iva Keen and 2 brothers, Roy Lively and Quitman Lively. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Tuesday, January 16, 2007, at Revival Campground Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

Elvis Ray Bass, 39
BASTROP — Elvis Ray Bass, a construction worker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Tabernacle Church, Bastrop. Burial will be at Hughes Chapel Cemetery, Beekman. Visitation is 10 a.m.-9 p.m. today at the church.

Lillian Hines Ellis, 95
RUSTON — Lillian Hines Ellis, a retired dietitian, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Margaret D. Gilmore, 94
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Margaret Devereux Gilmore, retired from IRS formerly of Monroe, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Columbia, S.C., under the direction of Dunbar Funeral Home, Columbia, S.C.

Willie Head, 88
Willie Head, a homemaker of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Marie B. Hensley, 86
Marie B. Hensley, a retired grocer, of Monroe, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at St. Matthew Mausoleum, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Emma Bonner Holloway, 85
Emma Bonner Holloway, a homemaker of Sterlington, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Betty Sheppard Holmes, 78
Betty Sheppard Holmes, a retired salesperson, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willard Roy McMullen, 81
COLUMBIA — Willard Roy McMullen, a retired machine operator at Olinkraft and a World War II veteran, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, Grayson. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Lewis Eugene Skains, 84
Lewis Eugene Skains, a retired building contractor of Monroe, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Wake service is at 6 p.m. today.

Lonnie Standifer, 60
Lonnie Standifer of Monroe died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Arack Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, Rhymes. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

Isabel C. Thompson, 86
DALLAS — Isabel Christensen Thompson, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Previously acknowledged
Augspurger, Willard H.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Hamburg.
Bonner, Linda Faye: noon Tuesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Childers, Harriet W.: 10 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Coker, William "Bill": 2 p.m. today, Oak Grove Free Methodist Church, Jonesville.
Douglas, James Earl: 11 a.m. today, Emanuel Baptist Church, Shreveport.
Drummer, Debra Denise: 11 a.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
DuCrest, Malquin A.: 1 p.m. today, Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.
Machen, Mae: 11 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Moseley, Lovia Mae: 10 a.m. today, 10 a.m. Monday, New Hope Church of God, Pioneer.
Newton, Elvie: 10 a.m. today, Eudora (Ark.) Baptist Church.
Smith, Audrey W.: 11 a.m. today, Chatham Cemetery.
Stallings, Johnnie: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Natchez (Miss.) National Cemetery

January 16 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOE C. "BUCK" ALBRITTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Joe C. (Buck) Albritton, 82 of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at Church of Christ in Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. Bro. Larry White. Interment will follow in Farmerville City Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mr. Albritton was a member of the Church of Christ. He was a lifetime resident of Farmerville, descended from Pioneer families of Union Parish. He served in U. S. Navy and was a veteran of WWII. He worked as a heavy Equipment Operator in many states and several countries, Sardi Arabia, Iran, Kuwait Brazil and Peru. He also worked as a Deputy Sheriff in Union Parish Sheriffs Office. He is preceded in death by his parents; Joe Ollie and Elise Slawson Albritton and sister, Annette McKinnie of Ruston, LA. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Nabors Albritton of Farmerville, LA; son, Ray Reese and wife Betty of Eudora, AR; brother, Daniel Ethelbert Albritton of Shreveport, LA; cousin, Peggy Cobb Wadley of Bradenton, FL; nieces, Donna Albritton of Dallas, TX; Kathy Albritton of Kennesaw, GA; Betty Hinton of Ruston, LA; and Mary Ann Eley of Ruston, LA; 2 grandchildren, Martin Ray Reese of Eudora, AR. Cindy Ferguson and husband Billy of Little Rock, AR; 2 great-grandchildren, Ashley and Austin Reese and two loving pups, sweetie and honey. Visitation will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2007. Memorials may be made to Church of Christ or Donors Choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family @ www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

WILMA STUTSON HEAD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Wilma Stutson Head, 88, of West Monroe will be held on Wednesday, January 17, at 10:00AM in the First United Methodist Church of West Monroe with the Rev. Wanda Cosentino officiating and the Rev. Ricky Willis assisting. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 16, from 5:00 to 8:00 P M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Head was born on September 13, 1918, in Harrisonburg, Louisiana, and died on Sunday, January 14, 2007, in West Monroe. The youngest and last-surviving child of the late Zebulon York Stutson and Lottie Johnson Stutson of Harrisonburg, she was a graduate of Harrisonburg High School and attended business school at the Bish Mathis Institute in Monroe. While her husband served in World War II, she lived in Harrisonburg and worked for the Selective Service System. On October 11, 2003, she was honored by the Harrisonburg United Methodist Church at its 150th anniversary celebration as the oldest living baptized member of the congregation. After the war, the Heads moved to West Monroe, where Mrs. Head worked as a bookeeper before becoming a fulltime wife and mother. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church in West Monroe for many years until ill health prevented her from attending. She was active in the church's Fellowship Sunday School Class and Mabel Johnson Circle. She was also a member of the Glenwood Hospital Auxiliary and several local book and garden clubs. Mrs. Head, a talented home cook and baker, was pleased to have one of her recipes included in Family Circle magazine in 2003. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Tommy G. Head, of West Monroe; sons Thomas Head, Jr., of Washington, D.C., and Kenneth Y. Head and wife Peggy of Calhoun; daughter, Julia Head of Plant City, Florida; grandsons, Ken Head and wife Jennie and Toby Head and wife Kristen of Calhoun; and great-grandchildren, Kendall Head, Jackson Head, and Abigail Head of Calhoun. Pallbearers will be nephews Charles Enright, Leslie Enright, Richard Enright, Henry G'Sell, Oscar Head, Terry Head, Jerry Sanders, and T. A. Sanders, Jr. The family wishes to express its appreciation to Mae Myles, Bernestine Thomas, and the staff of Medical Temps, Inc. Memorial gifts may be made to the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe or the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, LA.

VIRGINIA FAULK WILLIAMS Elmwood Chapel Birmingham, Alabama Graveside services for Virginia Faulk Williams will be held Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, AL Mrs. Williams died on January 14, 2007 after a brief illness. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis L. Faulk of Monroe, LA. After graduating from Neville High School and the University of Alabama she married John Edward Williams, now deceased, of Birmingham, AL. where they lived thereafter. Mrs. Williams is survived by two daughters: Barbara Williams White; Marion Williams Wilson and husband Larry; granddaughter Virginia Wilson Volman and husband Cotton Volman; great-granddaughter Martha Brannon Volman, all of Birmingham; a sister Barbara Faulk Harkey and husband Haynes L. Harkey, Jr. of Monroe, LA. and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 10AM until time of service.

James C. Collins, 76
James C. Collins of West Monroe, retired from Louisiana Machinery, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lelia Davis, 95
JONESVILLE — Lelia Davis, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sandy Deville, 45
JENA — Sandy Deville died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

George R. Ellington, 78
MANGHAM — George R. Ellington, a retired crane operator, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cooper Englerth, Infant
FARMERVILLE — Cooper Englerth died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Consuelo H. Jones, 75
Consuelo "Connie" Hudkins Jones of Monroe, a retired registered nurse and realtor, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Leila Lenard, 79
Leila Lenard of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gladys Davis Slack, 66
Gladys Davis Slack of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Patricia Snell, 64
FARMERVILLE — Patricia Snell, a nurse, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church, Rocky Branch. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Previously acknowledged
Augspurger, Willard H.: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Hamburg.
Bass, Elvis Ray: 10 a.m. today, Faith Tabernacle Church, Bastrop.
Bonner, Linda Faye: noon today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Ellis, Lillian Hines: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Gilmore, Margaret Devereux: 10 a.m. today, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Columbia, S.C.
Holloway, Emma Bonner: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Skains, Lewis Eugene: 10 a.m. today, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe.
Stallings, Johnnie: 11:30 a.m. today, Natchez (Miss.) National Cemetery.
Standifer, Lonnie: 11 a.m. today, Mount Arack Baptist Church, Monroe

January 17, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

SALLIE BELL BARNETT DAVIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, Louisiana Funeral Services for Sallie Bell Barnett Davis, 91, of Winnsboro, Louisiana will be 2:00 PM Thursday, January 18, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Rev. Hank Hamilton, Rev. Howard Childs, and Dr. Stan Scott will be officiating. Interment will follow at Henry Cemetery in Dubach, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Davis was born January 16, 1916 in Dubach, LA and passed away on January 16, 2007 in Monroe, LA. She graduated from Hico High School and attended Louisiana Tech. She was married 64 years to the late Forrest Brown Davis, Sr. They lived in the Monroe area before moving to Texas. For the last year Sallie has lived with her daughter and son-in-law Marguerete and James McLemore in Winnsboro, LA. In addition to being a housewife and mother, Sallie was active in her church and community affairs. One of the joys of Sallie's life was her Angel ministry, filling her hours with sewing and designing hundreds of hand-made angels. Her angels were gifts to friends and those who needed a special blessing. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband: Forrest Brown Davis; mother: Rossie Mae Lewis Barnett; father: Howard Eugene Barnett; and brother: Lewis George Barnett. She is survived by her son: Forrest Brown Davis, Jr. and his wife, Lisa Marie of Rockwall, TX, daughter: Patricia Thrasher and her husband, Bob of Clayton Georgia, and daughter: Marguerete McLemore and husband, James of Winnsboro, LA; grandchildren: Forrest Brown Davis, III, Tommy Davis, Ricky Davis and wife, Melanie, Cheryl Davis Rainwater and husband, Art, Lynna Davis, Robert Thrasher, Paige Thrasher Polen and her husband, Michael, Mark McLemore and his wife, Julie of, Patricia McLemore Bruno and her husband, Jay, and Lynelle McLemore Kennedy and her husband, Matthew; great-grandchildren: Josh Davis, Connor Davis, and Tyler Davis, Betsy Rainwater, Brian Rainwater and Bobby Rainwater, James Swayze McLemore, Harris Fleming McLemore, James David Bruno, and Davis McLemore Bruno. Pallbearers will be nephews: Richard Barnett, Gene Foster, Ronnie Barnett, Jeff Foster, Brad Foster, David Hogg and Jerry Boyd. Memorials can be made to American Cancer Society, 1761 North 19th Street, Monroe, LA 71201 or Rockwall First United Methodist Church, Angel Tree Ministry, P.O. Box 158, Rockwall, Texas 75087. The family will receive visitors at the home of Marguerete and James McLemore in Winnsboro, Wednesday, January 17, 2007 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Visitation will be 1:00PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM Thursday, January 18, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

GEORGE R. ELLINGTON Brown- Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Mr. George R. Ellington, 78, of Mangham, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Thursday, January 18, 2007 at the Archibald Church of Christ with Bro. Larry White and Bro. Saul Blair officiating. Interment will follow in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. George R. Ellington was born on August 19, 1928 in El Dorado, AR and passed away on Monday, January 15, 2007 in Rayville, LA after a lengthy illness. Mr. Ellington was a member of the Archibald Church of Christ and a United States Navy Veteran. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Betty Ellington of Mangham, LA; children, Perry Ellington and wife, Debra of Mangham, LA, Roger Ellington and wife, Zona of Baskin, LA and Candice Walsh of Mangham; 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; his twin sister, Melva Johnson of Hesperia, CA and sister, Juanita Andrews of Hesperia, CA; brother, Robert Ellington of Yorba Linda, CA and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Charlie Johnson, Barrett Gwin, Quincy Allen, W.O. Shiers, Waymond Hales, Jr. and Jason Wright. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy McGlothlin, Son Carter, Wayne Phillips, T.J. Phillips and L.C. Shiers. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 9:00PM, Wednesday at the Archibald Church of Christ To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

COOPER WATT ENGLERTH Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Cooper Wyatt Englerth of Conway, LA, will be held 10:00AM Thursday, January 18, 2007 at Conway Baptist Church in Conway, LA with Bro. Jerry Akins and Father Adrian Fischer O.F.M. officiating. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Cooper was born on November 29, 2006 in West Monroe, LA to the loving parents of William and Kim Englerth of Conway, LA, he was taken home to be with our Father on January 14, 2007 following a brief illness. He was put here by God to touch each and every one of our lives in one way or another. He did so much for all of us in 6 short weeks. More than a lot of us could do in a lifetime. He is not only survived by his parents but also a brother, Austin Cole Englerth of Gilbert, LA and pet Sadie. Grand parents, Don and Sandy Englerth of Gilbert, LA; Dickey and Judy Cole of Conway, LA; great grand parents, Troy and Dorothy Tubbs of Conway, LA; uncles, Caleb Englerth and Brad Englerth, Trent and Susan Englerth all of Gilbert, LA; Toni and husband Matt Edwards of Bishop, GA; several great aunts, cousins, and other relatives. Pallbearers: Brad Englerth and Cade Fine. Honorary Pallbearer: Harrison Cole Edwards. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JOHN SAUCIER Brookhaven, MS John Saucier Stewart, 92, passed away January 6, 2007 at his residence. Mr. Stewart born on July 26, 1914 in McComb to the late John Magee Stewart and Helen bob Saucier Stewart. He lived in Brookhaven since 1970, when he became the new manager of the Morgan & Lindsey Store in the Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center. He retired with G C Murphy Co. in 1979 with 50 years' service. He was a World War II veteran stationed in Alaska with the Army Transportation Corp. When he returned home, he was employed with Morgan & Lindsey Stores in Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas. He met and married his beloved wife, Elizabeth C. Jones, in Columbia in 1949. They moved to McComb where they had three children. Mr. Stewart was a member of Faith Presbyterian Church, a 50-year member of the Lion's Club and a member of the Stewart Clan Society and the Caledonian Society of Mississippi. His interest included making his famous wind chimes, fellowshipping with the men in the church, working crosswords, playing scrabble, gardening and enjoying his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Elizabeth Stewart; his brother, George Stewart and his wife Mary Lee; his sisters, Sara Valadie and Olive Stewart and his wife Sandra, Thomas A. Stewart and his wife Jennifer all of Brookhaven, and daughter Mattie Helen Stewart Anderson and her husband Tim of Columbus, MS; his 6 grand children, Sam Stewart and his wife Darlene, Ginny Behan, Carol Howard her husband Paul, Nikki Heffington and her husband Stan, Amanda Carlock and her husband Bradley, and Katie Stewart; 3 Great Grandchildren, Hannah Behan, Andrew Clark, Trace Stewart, and 11 foster grandchildren of Palmer Home for Children. Memorials maybe made to: Faith Presbyterian, Brookhaven, MS or Palmer Home of Children, Post Office Box 746, Columbus, MS. 39703.

Joe C. 'Buck' Albritton, 82
FARMERVILLE — Joe C. "Buck" Albritton, a heavy equipment operator, died Monday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. today at the Church of Christ in Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

C.C. 'Butch' Bell III, 61
C.C. "Butch" Bell III of West Monroe, a caregiver, died Tuesday. Visitation is from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Rev. Van Major Brass, 81
RAYVILLE — The Rev. Van Major Brass, a pastor, died Monday. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is at 7 p.m. Thursday at True Light Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bernice Grimble Brown, 78
DELHI — Bernice Grimble Brown, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi.

Jimmy L. Brown Sr., 60
WINNSBORO — Jimmy L. Brown Sr., a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lonnie E. Bullock, 65,
TALLULAH — Lonnie E. Bullock, an auto body repairman and tree trimming and removal service operator, died Monday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Thursday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until time for services. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah.

Eva King Featherston, 89
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Eva Maxine King Featherston, a homemaker, died Sunday. The funeral is at 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church in Marked Tree. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial is in Marked Tree Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of West Memphis, Ark.

Henry Ferrell Jr., 81
BASTROP — Henry Ferrell Jr., a retired farmer, died Tuesday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bonita Cemetery.

Beatrice S. Greenan, 92
ARLINGTON, Texas — Beatrice Stewart Greenan, a U.S. government secretary, died Tuesday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete.

Wilma Stutson Head, 88
Wilma Stutson Head of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roy G. Hoggro Jr., 38
FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — Roy G. Hoggro Jr., a forklift operator with Miller Cool Storage, died Jan. 10. The funeral is at 1 p.m. Thursday at St. Clair Baptist Church, Chatham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Mount Mariah Cemetery, Chatham.

Debra Lynn Key, 54
DUBACH — Debra Lynn Key, a homemaker, died Monday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Thursday at Hico Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston. Burial will be in Henry Cemetery, Dubach.

Corine Neal, 101
BASTROP — Corine Neal, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Rayville.

Eva Lively Paschal, 68
Eva Lively Paschal of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. today at Revival Campground Church in West Monroe. Visitation is from noon to 2 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Deville, Sandy: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Ellis, Lillian Hines: 2 p.m. today, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Snell, Patricia: 10 a.m. today, Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church.

January 18, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LOYD WILSON ALBRITTON, JR. Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA. Loyd Wilson Albritton, Jr. of Shreveport LA., formally of Farmerville LA., died Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at LifeCare Hospital in Shreveport after an extended illness.Family visitation will be held at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville La., from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM, Friday, January 19, 2007. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM at the Farrar Funeral Home Chapel followed by interment at the Liberty Hill Church, Taylor Cemetery. Services will be conducted by Randall Graves. Mr. Albritton was born July 24, 1919, in Farmerville, LA. He was the son of Lloyd Wilson Albritton and Katherine Isabel Green Albritton. They were hill farmers and Wilson Jr. had many fond memories of growing up on the farm.He was the Supervisor of Veterans Training for Union Parish and a school teacher for many years in various communities in Louisiana. He was a graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Education and maintained a love for the Tigers right up to his death. He grew up in the Hopewell community and played baseball on that team of neighbors as they 'took on" the surrounding communities. He was a fan of the Atlanta Braves and followed the Chicago Cubs. His real pride was in his children and grandchildren as he related them to anyone he met. He is survived by his children, John Loyd Albritton and wife Sharon and Dr. Marsha Friedrich and husband, Russell, all of Shreveport; son Tom Albritton and wife Debbie of Pineville; grandchildren Donna "Dee Dee" Day Cochran and husband Robert Cochran; Lea Albritton Pace and husband Dancy, all of Shreveport; and William Albritton and Alyse Albritton, both of Pineville, and six great-grandchildren.Pallbearers will be Rob Cochran, Dancy Pace, Daniel Green, Randall Graves, William Albritton, and Dr. A. D. Smith.The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at Heritage Manor South and LifeCare Hospital.Friends may seen messages to the family at: www.farrarfh.com

KAY NELSON CRUSE Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia, LA Service was held at 2:00PM on January 17, 2007 at Rose-Neath Home Chapel-Arcadia. Cemetery Rose Lawn Cemetery, Calhoun LA, officiating Ryan Smith and Charles Hamilton. Survived by husband: Shelby Cruse, Arcadia, LA; son: Jeffery Cruse & Wife Kasi Swartz, LA, Billy Cruse & wife Brandi West Monroe, LA; daughters: Wendy Fritts Haughton, LA, Stephanie Touchett & husband M.J. West Monroe, LA; sister: Lynda Wilhite & husband Doug Jacksonville, TX; brother: Buzzy Nelson & Wife Janet Downsville, LA and 8 grandchildren.

BEATRICE STEWART GREENAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Beatrice Greenan, 92, of Arlington, TX, formerly of Monroe, LA, will be in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, 10:00AM, Saturday January 20, 2007, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Greenan was born November 3, 1914, in Trees City, LA and died January 15, 2007, in Arlington, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Greenan. She is survived by her son, Morris Dean "Toby" Talley, Jr. and wife Josie of Arlington, TX; brothers, James Edwin Stewart of Plano,TX; and Harry D. Stewart and wife Nell of Collinston, LA; sister, Dottie S. Boyte of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren, Gary Wayne Talley, Monica Talley, Eric Talley and wife Ashley, and Phillip Talley; great-grandchildren, Marlena Girouard, and Trinity Talley; nieces, Becky Jo Boyte and Connie Jean Campbell and husband Dale; and nephews, Stephen Boyte and wife Martha, Bob Boyte and wife Judy, Harry Dee Stewart, David Stewart, and Jim Stewart. Visitation will be from 6:00PM until 8:00 Friday, January 19, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

CLEO F. KING Swan-Law Funeral Home Colorado Springs, Colorado Cleo F. King, 87, a long time resident of West Monroe, passed away on January 15, 2007, in Colorado Springs, CO. He was born in Brewer, Maine on September 2, 1917 to William J. and Josephine P. King. He graduated from Brewer High School and Husson College (Bangor, Maine). He joined the Army in 1941 as a 1st Lieutenant and served with the U.S. Third Army under General Patton in Europe. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Air Medals and was honorably discharged in 1945 as a Major with the 203rd Field Artillery. He joined New York Life Insurance Co. in 1945 and retired from the company in 1982 as General Manager of the Maine General Office in Portland. He was active in leadership roles in community and professional organizations throughout his life, including President of the Portland, Maine, Rotary Club, President of the Vermont Jaycees, Regional VP of the NY State Association of Life Underwriters, Board Member of the West Monroe, LA Rotary Club, and trustee for St. Pascal's Church in West Monroe, LA. He was married on June 22, 1942 to Marie Katherine DiStefano of Natchez, Mississippi. They were married for 64 years. They were residents of Cape Elizabeth, Maine for 23 years, relocating to West Monroe, Louisiana in 1988. They resided there until 2005 when they moved to Colorado Springs, CO. Mr. King was an accomplished jazz pianist. At 16, he started a dance band in Maine and for many years until joining the Army, led the band on numerous engagements throughout the state. He continued playing piano and organ in a variety of venues throughout his life, to the great enjoyment of his family and friends. He was also an eloquent writer, chronicling the major events of his and his family's life in poems and essays. He is survived by his wife, Marie King, and 4 daughters and sons-in-law: Katherine and Robert Mead of Morrison, CO; Stephanie King and David Churlik of Livermore, CA; Diane and Gary Hassig of Colorado Springs, CO; and Christine and Larry Stell of Brentwood, CA. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Dorothy M. Wurmlinger of Michigan. A memorial service will be held in Natchez, Mississippi, 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 22 at St. Mary's Cathedral preceded by a visitation at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at the Natchez City Cemetery.

MRS. LEILA J. LENARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Leila J. Lenard, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 19, 2007 at Community Baptist Church in West Monroe. Officiating will be Bro. Danny McIlveene. Interment to follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Lenard was born December 27, 1927 in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away January 15, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lenard was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Lenard; a son, Malcolm E. Lenard and parents, Dalton & Josie Jordan. Mrs. Lenard was a charter member of Community Baptist Church where she was a Sunday school teacher of the Faith Sunday school class. She was also a member of the Mile Walkers Club at Glenwood Medical Mall. She is survived by a son, Gregory D. Lenard; daughters, Melody L. Stokes and husband Earl of Ozark, MO, Lesly L. Blankenship and husband John of Lubbock, TX, Stephanie L. Jones and husband Kenny of West Monroe, LA; grand children: Michelle Lenard, Malcolm Gordon, Melissa Allen, Jordan Shaw, Kelsie Mulkey, Sarah Stokes and Malorie Spells; several nieces and nephews and a host of family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Community Baptist Church West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Joe Stidams, Henry Hanson, Gil Bragg, David Fletcher, Bill Brown and Gerald Weems. Honorary pallbearers will be John Earl Becton and Joe Davis. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, January 18, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

John Newton Allen, 65
BASTROP John Newton Allen, a tile setter, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Stevenson Cemetery, Beekman. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

C.C. 'Butch' Bell III, 61
C.C. 'Butch' Bell III of West Monroe, a caregiver, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Bernice Grimble Brown, 78
DELHI Bernice Grimble Brown, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Palestine Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jimmy L. Brown Sr., 60
WINNSBORO Jimmy L. Brown Sr., a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Chase Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Angela Yvette Craft, 31
OAK GROVE Angela Yvette Craft, a certified nurse's assistant, died Jan. 9. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Oak Grove High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery.

Leila Davis, 98
JONESVILLE Leila Davis, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ethan A. Downs, 71
Ethan A. Downs of Monroe, a banker, died Sunday. Services are 9 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

George R. Ellington, 78
MANGHAM George R. Ellington, a retired crane operator, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Archibald Church of Christ. Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cooper W. Englerth, infant
FARMERVILLE Cooper Wyatt Englerth, 6-week-old son of Kim and William Englerth, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Conway Baptist Church. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Clyde O'Neil Fatheree, 76
Clyde O'Neil Fatheree of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mildred W. Frith, 75
Mildred W. Frith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James H. Hightower, 83
BASTROP James H. Hightower, a retired carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove South Cemetery, Bastrop.

Freddie Huitt, 84
Freddie Huitt of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Leanell Johnson Jr., 55
RUSTON Leanell Johnson Jr., a Louisiana Tech University food technician, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. Friday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Thomas J. Little Jr., infant
Thomas Jerome Little Jr., infant son of Kandral Hargrove and Thomas J. Little Sr. of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Friday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ann Park, 78
Ann Park of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Roger Parrot, 67
BERNICE Roger Parrot, formerly of West Monroe and co-owner of R&S Refrigeration, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jacob Puryear, 75
HAMPTON, Va. Jacob Puryear, formerly of Newellton and a military retiree, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Hattie B. Roggerson, 78
Hattie Beatrice Roggerson of Monroe, a Monroe City Schools educator, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Beverly Sanders, 62
OAK GROVE Beverly Sanders, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Gladys Davis Slacks, 66
Gladys Davis Slacks of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Lennie W. Smith, 85
BASTROP Lennie W. Smith, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery in West Carroll Parish.

Dr. Carl White Stroud, 98
ENCINITAS, Calif. Dr. Carl White Stroud, a physician, died Dec. 29, 2006. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Dorothy Ward, 87
BURLESON, Texas Dorothy Ward, a former University of Louisiana at Monroe employee, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Fred Williams Sr., 89
FERRIDAY Fred Williams, retired from the state Department of Transportation and Development, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Warren Ananias Young, 58
Warren Ananias Young of West Monroe, a laborer in oil and gas, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Daughters of Zion, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Bullock, Lonnie E.: 2 p.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Ferrell, Henry Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Hoggro, Roy G. Jr.: 1 p.m. today, St. Claire Baptist Church, Chatham

January 19 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LOYD WILSON ALBRITTON JR. Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA Loyd Wilson Albritton Jr. of Shreveport LA., formerly of Farmerville LA., died Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at LifeCare Hospital in Shreveport after an extended illness. Family visitation will be held at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville LA, from 11:00AM until 2:00PM, Friday, January 19, 2007. Funeral services will be at 2:00PM at the Farrar Funeral Home Chapel followed by interment at the Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery. Services will be conducted by Randall Graves. Mr. Albritton was born July 24, 1919, in Farmerville. He was the son of Lloyd Wilson Albritton and Katherine Isabel Green Albritton. They were hill farmers and Wilson Jr. had many fond memories of growing up on the farm. He was the Supervisor of Veterans Training for Union Parish and a school teacher for many years in various communities in Louisiana. He was a graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Education and maintained a love for the Tigers right up to his death. He grew up in the Hopewell community and played baseball on that team of neighbors as they 'took on" the surrounding communities. He was a fan of the Atlanta Braves and followed the Chicago Cubs. His real pride was in his children and grandchildren as he related them to anyone he met. He is survived by his children, John Loyd Albritton and wife Sharon and Dr. Marsha Friedrich and husband Russell, all of Shreveport; and Tom Albritton and wife Debbie of Pineville; grandchildren Donna "Dee Dee" Day Cochran and husband Robert; Lea Albritton Green and husband Daniel; Laura Albritton Graves and husband Randall; Lesha Albritton Pace and husband Dancy, all of Shreveport; and William Albritton and Alyse Albritton, both of Pineville, and six great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Rob Cochran, Dancy Pace, Daniel Green, Randall Graves, William Albritton, and Dr. A. D. Smith.The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at Heritage Manor South and LifeCare Hospital. Friends may send messages to the family at: www.farrarfh.com.

JAMES C. COLLINS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for James C. Collins 76, of West Monroe will be 2:00 PM Saturday, January 20, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Pastor Jerry Salisbury officiating. Mr. Collins was born in Holly Ridge, LA on May 4, 1930, and passed away January 15, 2007, at Ridgecrest Nursing Home. He was retired from Louisiana Machinery. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Hazel F. Collins; sons, Ronnie Dennis and wife Marilyn of West Monroe; Buster William Collins and wife Gina of Bastrop, La; daughters, Sheila Crowe and husband Murry of Sterlington, La and Carolyn Crawford - Moutz and husband John of West Monroe; 11 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren. The family wishes to express its appreciation to the staff of Ridgecrest Nursing Home and Hospice of North Louisiana. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of North Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 1 PM until time of service. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BETTY JOYCE DEBRAY Graveside services for Betty Joyce DeBray, 78, of Waller, Texas will be held January 20th at 1:00PM at the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield, Louisiana. Mrs. DeBray died on January 10th after a brief illness. She was long time resident of Fairbanks before moving to New Orleans then Houston, Texas. Mrs. DeBray is survived by her husband, Harold DeBray of Waller, Texas, children Dolly, Cindy, and Jackson DeBray of Houston, Texas, brother Lane Edmonds of Homer, Louisiana, and grandchildren Cleveland, Jay, Jessica, and Catherine.

ETHAN ALLEN DOWNS Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Ethan Allen Downs was born October 6, 1935 to Eula Wilson and Martin Downs in Patton Juction, Alabama. He was the youngest of three children: Homer Trice and Annie Lou Harris. His parents and brother preceded him in death. His relationship with Christ was instilled very early in life at Irwin Road Church of God in Swanton, Ohio. Ethan was educated in the Swanton Public School System in Ohio. He later returned to Alabama where he attended Walker County High School of Jasper, Alabamba and graduated with honors in 1954. Upon completion of high school Ethan served in the United States Air Force, obtaining the randk of Staff Sergeant. His last assignment was in Oscoda, Michiagan. Upon honorable discharged from the Air Force he moved to Detroit, Michigan. He began his employment with the City of Detroit-Recreation Department in 1959. After receiving trainingin tree removal operations, he started his own business, "All City Tree Service". He took his skills and taught his son and others to master the tree business as well. Throughout his 36 years with the City of Detroit he served in numerous job titles moving from laborer into the ranks of management. August 23, 1963 he married Alfrea Roberts and to this union two children (Chavon and Chan) were born. Although he did not pursue a highter educational degree after graduation from high school, education was very important to Ethan. After working for many years, with nature at Rouge Park, Ethan decided to return to school where he received his Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Park Services in June, 1979, from Wayne State University- Detroit, Michigan. He moved from the ranks of laborer into the ranks of management and was ultimately promoted as the Park Manager of Belle Isle. Upon retirement in 1996, Ethan and Alfrea moved to monroe, Louisiana. Retirement was not exactly their niche in life at this point. She went to work first and he soon joined the working rantks Hixson Autoplex as "The Porter." It was there he could be around the things that he enjoyed most-people and cars. Ethan was also actively involved in his church and community activities and served on the City of Monroe Recreation Department Board. Ethan was a charitable, friendly and handsome man who loved people. He made a mark wherever he went and was stranger to no one. He did all he could to put a smile on the face of others. He believed in the quality of life. He was a loving husband, father and a family man. He was affectionately called "Dad" and was a fatherly figure to scores of his children's friendss then and still today. His very precious memories will be foerever cherished by: his wife of 43 years Alfrea Roberts downs; his daughter Chavon DaMar Downs, North Plainfield, NJ; his son Chan DeNee Downs (Kimberly Downs), Farmington Hills MI; one grandsonAndrew Ethan Reginald Downs, Detroit, MI; one sister Annie Harris, Detroit, MI; his mother-in-law Vera Williams; aunt George Ella; three nieces; one great-niece; one great-nephew; four"adopted" daughters; one "adopted" son, a host of cousins, and other relatives and friends. God saw you getting weary, so He did what He thought best. He came and stood beside you and whispered, "come and rest". Being the obedient servant you were you bade no one a last farewell, not even a goodbye You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. -- Unknown

EVA MAXINE KING FEATHERSTON Roller-Citizens Funeral Home West Memphis, AR Eva Maxine King Featherston was born on May 11, 1917 in Ackerman, MS and died on January 14, 2007 in Memphis, TX. Mrs. Featherston, the youngest of 10 children, moved with her family at a young age Northeast Arkansas. She graduated from Marked Tree High School and attended Arkansas State University. On December 24, 1939, she married James Rodgers Featherston. They lived in Marked Tree until April, 2000 when they moved to Memphis, TN. Mrs. Featherston, a homemaker, was an active and long time member of the First Baptist Church in Marked Tree. She was a generous and kind wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.R. "Red" Featherston, her parents, John and Nola King, sisters, Ollie Calcote, Ella Lee Wooley, Esther King, Etna Pilcher, Bertha Manning, Kathleen Parker and by her brothers Homer King, Clyde King and John D. King. She is survived by her son Mike, his wife, Judy and their children, Jim, Karen and Anna all of Memphis, TN; her daughter Susan F. Coates and her husband Ed of Monroe, LA and their children Catherine Coates of Atlanta, GA and Courtland Coates of Monroe; a special sister in law, Anna King of Memphis and by many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at 11:00AM at the First Baptist Church in Marked Tree. Visitation will be from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. Burial will be Marked Tree Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home of west Memphis, AR. Any Planned memorials may be made to the First baptist church, P.O. Box 623 Marked Tree, AR 72365 or to the charity of your choice. Online Guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com

MRS. MILDRED WARREN FRITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mildred Warren Frith, 75 of West Monroe, LA Monroe, will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 20, 2007 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Dr. Robert Holloway and Rev. Huey Diffey officiating. Interment to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Frith was born January 30, 1931 in Kemper County, Mississippi and died in Monroe, LA on January 17, 2007. Mrs. Frith is survived by her husband of over 51 years, L.V. Frith, son, Larry Frith of Fairfield, CA and daughter Patti Burns and husband Sam of Calhoun, LA; sisters; Alice Gilbert of Bastrop, LA, Ruth Thomas of Toomsuba, MS, Belle Moore and husband, Henry of Quitman, MS, Roberta Thompson of Fayetteville, GA, Janie Smylie of Meridian, MS, Dorothy Porter and husband, Donald of Quitman, MS, Bonnie White of Dekalb, MS; brothers; Wayne Warren and wife Jean of Dekalb, MS, Jimmy Warren of Dekalb, MS, and Joe Warren and wife Sandra of Dekalb, MS. Mrs. Frith was a member of Dixie Chapter #179, Order of the Eastern Star for over 40 years. During these many years, she was Worthy Matron four times, Grand Officer, Grand Representative to Manitoba, Canada and many other positions in her chapter and in state offices. As a military wife, she enjoyed traveling in every state, most of the Canadian Providences and many states in Mexico and lived in Alaska for many years. She was very active with Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and Christian Education while living in California. As a result of her many tireless hours she was honored by the Girl Scout Council of Northern California and received a lifetime membership in the California PTA. After retirement and returning to Louisiana, she became involved in volunteer activities. Another interest Millie thoroughly enjoyed was Mission work at Gospel Nuggets. For several years she prepared tons of clothes for the mission fields. Millie gave of her time on the border of Mexico and with the Choctaw and Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma. She also prepared meals for missionaries who stayed at Gospel Nuggets and received missionaries in her home. For the past several years she has raised thousands of dollars for medical equipment at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport and the War Veterans Home in Monroe. Pallbearers will be John Wiltcher, George McDanell, Harold Griggs, Jerry Mobley, Paul Tolbird and Eldon Howell. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Watson Church, or to your favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JOHN AUGUSTUS HENDRIX Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Graveside services for John Augustus Hendrix, Sr. age 100 of St. Joseph, LA will be conducted by Rev. Tracy MacKenzie at Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA at 2:00PM on Friday, January 19, 2007. Mr. Hendrix was born on June 4, 1906 in Olla, LA and died January 16, 2007 in Winnsboro, LA after a brief illness. Mr. Hendrix was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma S. Hendrix and his parents Doc H. and Curdeny M. Hendrix. Johnny graduated from LSU with a BS in Agriculture in 1930 and a Masters in Agriculture in 1937. While at LSU he lettered three years in three sports - football, track and baseball. After college, he played baseball for the semi-pro baseball team the Memphis Chicks. In 1937-1938, he taught Agriculture and Sciences, worked for farm Security from 1938-1940. In 1940, he began work at the Northeast LA Experiment Station as an agronomist. During World War II, he served in the army from 1942-1945, being honorably discharged with the rank of 1st Lieutenant. After being discharged, Johnny went back to work at the Experiment Station where he became the Superintendent in 1954. He retired at the age of 68 in 1974. He continued to work and kept busy after retirement - farming with his two sons, attending all sporting events at Tensas Academy and keeping the referees on their toes. He is survived by: two sons, John A. Hendrix, Jr. and wife Glenda; James Hendrix and wife Tiffany; two daughters, Brenda English and husband David, Dena Darby and husband Ben, grandchildren - John III and Lisa Hendrix, Morrow Hendrix, Lyndsay Hendrix, Jimmy Hendrix, Dudley Hendrix, Acey Hendrix, David English, Dewitt English, Melissa and Boyd Sockrider, Josh and Neely Darby, and Justin Darby, great Grand children - Blake Sockrider, Tate Sockrider, Collin Darby, Dillion Darby, Sadler English, Olivia Hendrix and Maya Rainwater and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Tensas Academy or the charity of your choice.

MRS. ALLIE POWELL OSTTEEN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Allie Powell Ostteen, age 92 of Kelly will be held at 2:00p.m., Saturday, January 20, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Dr. Ronald Lee Ostteen, Sr, Rev. Dr. Ronald Lee Ostteen, Jr. and Rev. Dr. Steven H. Ostteen officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Mrs. Ostteen was born in Columbia on October 9, 1914 to the union of Andrew Jackson and Tennie Varnell Powell and died Thursday, January 18, 2007 at the Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia. She was a member of the First Church of God in Columbia and a lifetime resident of Caldwell Parish. Throughout her productive life, her most important role was that of a mother and wife. She also held positions at Caldwell Memorial Hospital as a nurse's aide and dietary manager. She and her husband operated the Continental Trailways bus station during the 60's and 70's. Mrs. Ostteen was a 1934 graduate of Columbia High School. While she never attended an institute of higher education, she was instrumental in fostering a love of learning in her children. All three of her children obtained college educations. She touched many lives through her kindness and generosity. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, family members and many friends in the community. Survivors include her sons: Rev. Dr. Ronald Lee Ostteen, Sr. and his wife: Jean of Colt, AR, Walter "Dub" Ostteen and his wife: Beth of Baton Rouge, LA, her daughter: Joyce Ostteen Hines and her husband: Willie of Kelly, her grand children: Rev. Dr. Lee Ostteen and his wife: Roberta of Denham Springs, Rev. Dr. Steve Ostteen and his wife: Connie of El Reno, OK, Rev. Jean Paul Ostteen and his wife: Elizabeth of Tuscaloosa, AL, Jack Ostteen of Evergreen, CO, and W.L. Hines and his wife: Michele of West Monroe, Hope Curtis and her husband: Rev. Dr. Vance Curtis of Lubbock, TX, Morgan Cole and her husband: Rob of Ocala, FL and Theresa Ellerbe and her husband: Dan of Columbia, seventeen great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and her brothers-in-law: V.H. Ostteen and his wife: Catherine of Columbia and J.V. Ostteen and his wife: Jeannie of Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Walter Lee Ostteen, Jr., her granddaughter: Sandra Ostteen McKinney, and her siblings: Ruby Russell, Trudie Beck, Ludie Starnes, Shirley Tillman Williams, Alfred Powell and her twin brother: Alvin Powell. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. and Saturday from 9:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA

MRS. ANN PARK Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Ann Park, 78, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Saturday January 20, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dwight Munn officiating. Mrs. Park died on January 16, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Park; parents, Frank and Dorcas Stewart and sister, Sara Jo Stober. Survivors include her children, Stewart Park, Linda Park and special friend Jerry Rice and Ginger Dulworth and husband Danny; grandchildren, Melissa Blackmon, Michelle Johnston, Jessica Sherrill and Mary Park; great grandchildren, Megan Furr, Madison Furr, Brailey Blackmon, Annabelle Sherrill, Austin Sherrill, Andrew Sherrill, Hayleigh Sherrill, and Brayden Johnston; brothers, Paul Stewart and Donald Stewart; sister, Betty Massey; special friend, Ethel Nobel; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ROGER E. PARROTT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Roger E. Parrott, 67, of Farmerville, LA will be held at 1:00PM, Saturday, January 20, 2007, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Pastor Emeritus Fred Foster and Pastor Mark Foster. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Parrott was born August 30, 1939 in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away January 17, 2007, in Farmerville, LA. Mr. Parrott was a lifetime member of the Rosedale Hunting Club at Davis Island. He served in Louisiana Army National Guard as a sharp shooter, and was also a member of AMVETS. Mr. Parrott was an avid pool player and outdoorsman. He was co-owner of R&S Refrigeration for over 40 years. Mr. Parrott was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Parrott and a brother, Sam Parrott. He is survived by his 2 daughters; Rhonda Parrott and Rhealene Parrott; son, Randy Parrott; loving companion, Danni Taylor; 2 granddaughters, Amber Martin and Olivia Rhea Mar; grandson, Austin Mar; great grandson, Nathan Hammons; 2 brothers, Ben Parrott and wife Linda and James "PeeWee" Parrott and wife Darla; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ken Waldroup, Randy Magee, Nathan "Junior" Ottwell, Anthony Hammons, Dennis Frith and Neil Parrott. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Rosedale Hunting Club at Davis Island. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

CHARLES R. STRATFORD Muscle Sholls, AL Mr. Stratford 76, formerly of Monroe, LA passed away December 28, 2006. He was born in Washington, DC January 25, 1930. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles A. and Ruth Stratford. He is survived by his wife Clara J. Sullivan; 3 children Mary Ann Stegall, Sherry Martin and Charles Stratford Jr.; 4 grandchilden and his sister Ann Stratford Dunn. He graduated from Neville High School and LSU.

DOROTHY WARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Dorothy Ward, 87, of Burleson, TX will be 11:00AM Saturday, January 20, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Ward was born April 25, 1919 in Waco, Texas to A. E. and Pearl Carson Sheeler and passed away Monday, January 15, 2007 in Burleson, TX. She formerly worked for The University of Louisiana at Monroe, attended Baylor University and was a drummer in the band. On June 19, 1945 she married Welburn Ward. She was preceded in death by her husband Welburn Ward, four brothers and one sister. Dorothy Ward is survived by daughters Sheila Whites and husband, Gary of Burleson; and Glenda Reitzell and husband, Colonel (Retired) John Reitzell of Huntsville, Ala.; grand children, Ward Whites and Wade Whites and wife, Kelly, Mike Reitzell and wife, Michelle, and Robyn O'Dell and husband, Brian; 5 great- grandchildren, Blaze Whites, McKenna Whites, Hayden Whites, Emma Reitzell, and Ava Reitzell and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 9:00AM Saturday, January 20, 2007 until the time of service at 11:00AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, Louisiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. GERALDINE BEEBE WISE Hixson Funeral Home Alexandria, LA Services for Geraldine Beebe Wise will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 20, 2007, at Wise Memorial Baptist Church in Lena with Dr. George Higgins officiating. Burial will be in Wise Memorial Cemetery in Lena. Mrs. Wise, 80, of Lena, died Wednesday, January 17, 2007, in Rapides Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Wise Memorial Baptist Church in Lena. Mrs. Wise taught Home Economics at Buckeye High School for 33 years. Mrs. Wise was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Gary Harrison Wise, Sr.; her parents, Jackson and Inez Rougeou Beebe; and brother, Dr. Jackson Laverne Beebe. Those left to cherish her memory include her three sons, Gary H. Wise, Jr., William Jackson Wise and Dr. Rodney Bryan Wise; two sisters, Barbara Wolf and Delores Thompson; four grandchildren, Sarah, Stefanie, Sam and Josh; one great grandchild, McKenzlea. Visitation will be Friday, January 19, 2007, at Hixson Brothers, Alexandria from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, at Wise Memorial Baptist Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. To extend online condolences to the Wise family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.

Loyd W. Albritton Jr., 87
SHREVEPORT — Loyd Wilson Albritton Jr., a teacher formerly of Farmerville, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery, Farmerville.

Mark Austin, 71
CHOUDRANT — Mark Austin, a truck driver and mechanic, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mineral Springs Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ronald Ray Brown, 56
Ronald Ray Brown of Monroe, retired from Coca-Cola, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Hattie Elizabeth Burns, 65
BASTROP — Hattie Elizabeth Burns, a Franklin Parish Schools cafeteria worker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop and 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Cecil Dean, 49
PORTLAND, Ore. — Cecil Dean, formerly of Monroe, died Jan. 9. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Zetta Dempsey, 64
BASTROP — Zetta Dempsey, a teacher's aide, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Clyde O'Neil Fatheree, 76
Clyde O'Neil Fatheree of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation 5-9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Beatrice S. Greenan, 92
ARLINGTON, Texas — Beatrice Stewart Greenan, a retired U.S. government secretary formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Henry Johnson, 74
FARMERVILLE — Henry Johnson, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Farmerville Recreation Center. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Leila Lenard, 79
Leila Lenard of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Community Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ralph P. Livingston, 67
Ralph Phillip Livingston of Monroe, a retired private airplane pilot, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Claudia A. Moore, 45
Claudia A. Moore of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery, Powell Street Extension.

Hattie B. Roggerson, 78
Hattie Beatrice Roggerson of Monroe, a retired Monroe City educator, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. and family hour is 7:30-8:30 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Beverly Joan Sanders, 62
OAK GROVE — Beverly Joan Sanders, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m.-9 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until time of service Saturday.

Metze Pippens Stinson, 83
DALLAS — Metze Pippens Stinson, a homemaker formerly of Oak Grove, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Previously acknowledged
Brown, Bernice Grimble: 2 p.m. Saturday, Palestine Baptist Church, Delhi.
Bullock, Lonnie E.: 2 p.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Craft, Angel Yvette: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oak Grove High School.
Davis, Lelia: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Dubach.
Downs, Ethan A.: 9 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Ferrell, Henry Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Hightower, James H.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Hoggro, Roy G. Jr.: 1 p.m. today, St. Claire Baptist Church, Chatham.
Huitt, Freddie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Johnson, Leanell Jr.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay.
Little, Thomas J. Jr.: 9 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Puryear, Jacob: 1 p.m. Saturday, Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton.
Slacks, Gladys Davis: 2 p.m. Monday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Smith, Lennie W.: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Stroud, Dr. Carl White: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery.
Ward, Dorothy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Young, Warren Ananias: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion Church, West Monroe

January 20, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DONALD O'NEAL CAIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Donald O'Neal Cain, 79, of Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM Monday, January 22, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Weldon Bares officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Cain was born December 12, 1927 in Perryville, LA and passed away Thursday, January 18, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a U. S. Navy veteran. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lillie Mae Cain; father, Cicero Lee Cain; sister, Leona LeMaire Cain; brother, Cicero Lee Cain, Jr.; and grandson, Michael Ryan Cain. Mr. Cain wanted to be around to see Miguel play baseball and see the Saints go to the Super Bowl. He almost made it. Papaw was a very special person and loved by everyone who knew him. He touched the lives of many. He never had a bad word to say about anyone, nor did he ever judge anyone. He loved his family very much. They were all very special to him. He was kind hearted, selfless, and he always tried to see the good in people, no matter what they had done. There's not many people left on the earth as great as our papaw. He was loved and will be missed very much by his family and those who knew him. Survivors include his wife, Azell Cain; sister, Maxine Howell; sons, Danny Cain, Jimmy Cain, and Rodney Cain; daughters, Janice Wiggins and husband Wayne, and Cheryl Carrizales and husband Mario; grandchildren, Dawn Gonzalez and husband Juan, Brian Watt and wife Sabina, Lindsey Bailey and husband Cody, Micaela Carrizales, Melyna Carrizales, Eric Hardy and wife Reva, Kevin Hardy and wife Christy, Melanie Cain, Jimmy Cain, Jr., Karen Bearden and husband Jaimie, David Cain, and Daniel Cain; and 19 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Brian Watt, Cody Bailey, David Cain, Jimmy Don Cain, Jr., Juan Gonzalez, and Kevin Hardy. Honorary pallbearers will be Eric Hardy, Wayne Wiggins, Mario Carrizales, Jaimie Bearden, and Denton Pierce. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MARION DEFRANCES CRAWLEY Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Marion de Frances Crawley, age 82, of Oak Grove, LA will be 2 p.m. Sunday January 21, 2007 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove with Rev. Kenny Duchesne officiating. Burial will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA under direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove, LA. Family will receive friends from 9 a.m. till 9 p. m. Saturday January 20, 2007. Mrs. Crawley was born July 31, 1924 in Jones, LA and died January 17, 2007 in Shreveport, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Claude Crawley and her parents, Preston Perry McKoin and Ruth Juanita McKoin. Survivors include a son, Michael Dean Crawley and his wife Connie of Albemarle, North Carolina; daughter, Constance "Connie" Thames of Oak Grove, Louisiana; granddaughter, Teresa C. Stewart and her husband Kerry of Oak Grove, LA; grandson, James K. "BoboThames II and his wife Renee of Bastrop, LA; granddaughter, Katrina Thames and her husband Gary Russell of Oak Grove, LA; grandson, Shawn Michael Crawley and his wife Meg of New Haven, Connecticut; granddaughter, Tammy Sue Overmyer and her husband Chad of Argos, Indiana; 10 great grandchildren, brother, Robert P. "Bob"; McKoin and wife Marilyn of Newellton, LA; sister; Margret Ann Tietz of West Monroe, LA; and brother Jack C. McKoin and wife Jeanette of Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be James K. "Bobo"; Thames II, Shawn Crawley, Blake Stewart, Jay McKoin, Jody McKoin and Preston McKoin.

MR. CHARLES DRAY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Charles Dray, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday January 21, 2007 at the Community Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Dray died on Friday January 19, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of the Community Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. He loved his wife, family and his chickens. Mr. Dray is preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Faye Dray; sister, Martha Kirby and two brothers, Jack Dray and Marty Dray. Survivors include his wife, Minnie Dray; children, Debbie Reynolds and husband Brett, Chuck Dray and wife Nicole and Dusty Dray and wife Rhonda; grandchildren, Kristy Coleman and husband Stephen, Brent Reynolds, Brad Reynolds, Cody Dray, Destanie Maloney, Brandy Broussard and husband Dallas and Brianna Dray; great grandchildren, Conner, Matthew and Lauren Coleman, Taylor and Tyler Broussard; sister, Maurine Hannibal; mother-in-law, Jessie Morris and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Stephen Coleman, Chris Barton, Cody Dray, Mike Savanah, Johnny Green and G.W. Smith Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorials may be made to the Community Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/ Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. MILDRED WARREN FRITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mildred Warren Frith, 75 of West Monroe, LA Monroe, will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 20, 2007 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Dr. Robert Holloway and Rev. Huey Diffey officiating. Interment to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Frith was born January 30, 1931 in Kemper County, Mississippi and died in Monroe, LA on January 17, 2007. Mrs. Frith is survived by her husband of over 51 years, L.V. Frith, son, Larry Frith of Fairfield, CA and daughter Patti Burns and husband Sam of Calhoun, LA; sisters; Alice Gilbert of Bastrop, LA, Ruth Thomas of Toomsuba, MS, Belle Moore and husband, Henry of Quitman, MS, Roberta Thompson of Fayetteville, GA, Janie Smylie of Meridian, MS, Dorothy Porter and husband, Donald of Quitman, MS, Bonnie White of Dekalb, MS; brothers; Wayne Warren and wife Jean of Dekalb, MS, Jimmy Warren of Dekalb, MS, and Joe Warren and wife Sandra of Dekalb, MS. Mrs. Frith was a member of Dixie Chapter #179, Order of the Eastern Star for over 40 years. During these many years,she was Worthy Matron four times, Grand Officer, Grand Representative to Manitoba, Canada and many other positions in her chapter and in state offices. As a military wife, she enjoyed traveling in every state, most of the Canadian Providences and many states in Mexico and lived in Alaska for many years. She was very active with Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and Christian Education while living in California. As a result of her many tireless hours she was honored by the Girl Scout Council of Northern California and received a lifetime membership in the California PTA. After retirement and returning to Louisiana, she became involved in volunteer activities. Another interest Millie thoroughly enjoyed was Mission work at Gospel Nuggets. For several years she prepared tons of clothes for the mission fields. Millie gave of her time on the border of Mexico and with the Choctaw and Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma. She also prepared meals for missionaries who stayed at Gospel Nuggets and received missionaries in her home. For the past several years she has raised thousands of dollars for medical equipment at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport and the War Veterans Home in Monroe. Pallbearers will be John Wiltcher, George McDanell, Harold Griggs, Jerry Mobley, Paul Tolbird and Eldon Howell. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Watson Church, or to your favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MR. RALPH PHILLIP LIVINGSTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Mr. Ralph Phillip Livingston, 67, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, January 20, 2007, at Parkview Baptist Church with Dr. Whit Holmes and Rev. Terry Barnes officiating. Graveside service will be held at 2:00PM Saturday at Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA. Mr. Livingston died on January 17, 2007, at St. Francis Medical Center. Mr. Livingston is survived by his wife, Peggy Livingston of Monroe, LA; two sons, Phillip Todd Livingston of Fairbanks, AK; and Ralph Christopher Livingston of Galveston, TX; brother, Ken Butler of Bremerton, WA; granddaughter, Diana Zimmermann; two grandsons, Phillip Todd Livingston, Jr.; and Christopher Michael Livingston; great grand daughter, Alyssa Zimmermann; and great grandson, Dylan John Zimmermann. Pallbearers will be Bo Shaw, Wiley Byrd, Guy Ballard, Charles Petrus, John Windsor, Red Beard, Clarence Reece, and Mike Cannon. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until service time Saturday at Parkview Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOHNNIE ALDEN SPEIGHTS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Johnnie Alden Speights, 88, of Ruston, are scheduled for Sunday, January 21, 2007 at 3:00PM at the Temple Baptist Church Chapel in Ruston with Rev. Dale Oden officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:30PM until service time in the Temple Chapel. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Spieghts passed away on Friday, January 19, 2007. She was born in Weston, Louisiana on March 27, 1918 to Georgia and Henry Alden but moved to Ruston at three years of age where she received her education at A.E. Phillips, Ruston High School, and Louisiana Tech. After teaching home economics for 3 years, she became a dietitian for Louisiana Tech for 37 years. She was a life long member of Temple Baptist Church and fondly remembered the sawdust floors of the original church. She was an active member of the Eastern Star Organization serving as Worthy Matron, a faithful member of her Sunday School class, and a member of the Louisiana Dietetic Association serving in a number of leadership roles. Memomma, as she was lovingly called, enjoyed cooking for her family, music, knitting, and sewing, and will be remembered for her unselfishness and kindness. Her home was a place where her grandsons could always find a ham sandwich, a frosted coke, and a big hug after school. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband C.W. Speights, two sisters, Marie Gaudin and Dr. Zelma Alden, two brothers, Lowell and Judson Alden. She will be greatly missed by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Gerald Cobb of Ruston, four very special grandsons: Dr. Patrick Cobb and wife Carla of Billings, Montana, Ken Cobb and fiancee Cindy Mercer of Austin, Texas Jerry Cobb of Ruston, and David Cobb and wife Donna of Bozeman, Montana, six great grandchildren: Alex and Graham Cobb of Billings, Montana, Joel and wife Kristy, Lauren, and Garrett Cobb of Monroe, and Eileen Cobb of Bozeman, Montana. She is also survived by two close sisters, Lona Futrell of Ruston, and Mildred Haynes and husband, Levelle, of Monroe and a host of nieces and nephews. The family would like to express a special thanks to the caring staff at Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and to Southern Care Hospice for all the love and care given. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Evelyn Bevels, 96
CHATHAM — Evelyn Bevels, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at St. Clair Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

James C. Collins, 76
James C. Collins of West Monroe, retired from Louisiana Machinery, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today

Deaths from Monroe News Star on Saturday, January 20, 2007 (not listed on internet) Courtesy of Leona Paulk Hatten - Typed from the News-Star.

Cecil Dean, 49
   PORTLAND, Ore. – Cecil Dean, formerly of Monroe, died Jan. 9.   Services are 2 p.m. today at Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.   Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today at the church.  Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vera Lee Deese, 65
  NORTH HODGE – Vera Lee Deese died Friday.  Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.  Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today.  Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Quitman.

Charles Dray, 76
   Charles Dray of West Monroe died Friday.  Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Community Baptist Church, West Monroe.   Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Reather M. Dumas, 86
  WINNSBORO – Reather M. Dumas, a housewife, died Wednesday.  Services are 1 p.m. Monday at King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro.   Visitation is 2-7 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.  Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Liddieville.

Mildred Warren Frith, 75
   Mildred Warren Frith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday.  Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Ralph P. Livingston, 67
   Ralph Phillip Livingston of Monroe, a retired private airplane pilot, died Wednesday.  Services are 11 a.m. today Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe.  Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service today at the church.  Graveside burial is 2 p.m. at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Corine Neal, 101
   BASTROP – Corine Neal, a homemaker, died Friday.  Services are 1 p.m. today at Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop.  Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Rayville.

Allie Powell Ostteen, 92
   KELLY – Allie Powell Ostten, nurse’s aide and dietary manager, died Thursday.  Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.  Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, west of Clarks.

Ann Park, 78
   Ann Park of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday.  Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Visitation is 10 a.m. today until time for services.

Roger E. Parrot, 67
   BERNICE – Roger E. Parrot formerly of West Monroe, co-owner of R&S Refrigeration, died Wednesday.  Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Burial will be in Twin cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Metze Pippens Stinson, 83
   PLANO, Texas – Metze Pippens Stinson, a homemaker formerly of Oak Grove, died Wednesday.  Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.  Visitation is noon-7 p.m. today.   Burial will be in Oak Grove City Cemetery.

January 21, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES HOWARD BUTCHER, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Charles Howard Butcher, Sr. are scheduled for 10:00AM Monday, January 22, 2007 at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Tom McCurley and Rev. Terry Barnes officiating. Burial will follow in Gwen Cemetery in Mangham, LA. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Charles was born November 28, 1930 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away at home on January 19, after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tommy L. and Annie Butcher; his only granddaughter, Hannah Lauren Huckabay; and a sister, Estelle Lee. Charles graduated from Winnsboro High School in 1948. After serving in the Air Force for four years, he attended Louisiana Tech and graduated in 1957 with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. His work was chiefly in the paper making industry in Alabama, Texas, South Dakota, and Louisiana. Prior to his retirement in 1995, he worked at Ford Bacon and Davis and also with Mar Tech Engineering in Monroe. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mable Adams Butcher; his daughters, Debra Marks and her husband Paul of Fort Worth, TX, and Lori Huckabay and her husband Barry of Point; his son, Lieutenant Commander Charles Howard Butcher, Jr. and his wife Adrienne of Pensacola, FL; and by one grandson, Lieutenant Charles Edward Marks and fiancée Jennifer Strittmatter. He also has four surviving sisters, Lovelle Netherland and her husband Edward of West Monroe, Lois Franklin of Minden, Barbara Nelson of Union, MO, and Carol Ann Grisham and her husband Wayne of Naylor, MO. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.." 2 Timothy 4:7. Pallbearers will be Mike Williamson, Paul Harper, Bob Brown, Ted Kincanon, Ken Hancock, and Jay Cunningham. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

VICTOR ISAAC JENSEN Laughter "Victor Isaac Jensen's Glimpse of Heaven" As I was praying one day, I stopped praying when I heard what sounded like laughter. The front door to my home was open, and from my chair, I gazed outside and saw hundreds of blackbirds flying overhead. God said, "Get up Victor and go outside, I'm sending you laughter." So, I arose from my chair and walked outside and gazed up at the sky, while hundreds, and hundreds, and hundreds of blackbirds flew low, just over the rooftop of my house, and laughed for me. That very moment I heard and caught a glimpse of the joy and sanctity of Heaven. I said, "Thank you God for the laughter, for You know how much I enjoy a good laugh. On another occasion, as I was out walking my dog, Nova, one day, God said, "Victor, go over there a little ways." So, I did, and heard a faint sound coming from the west. God said, "Look up to the west Victor." I looked over to the west, and as far as my eyes could see because there was no end to what I saw, even as far as a quarter mile, and farther, the sky was covered in thousands of black spots, which were my blackbirds bringing me laughter again from Heaven. As they speedily grew near, the lead bird of this vast formation of migrating blackbirds had reached me. God was leading the flock very low, just barely over my head, where it seemed like I could just reach out and touch them. They laughed, and laughed, and laughed, and laughed for me. It was so enthralling, and awesome that I obtained an epiphany that moment. God said, "Look to the west again, Victor." So I did and there were literally thousands, upon thousands, upon thousands more blackbirds coming my way. I stood there for around ten minutes until the last little bird finished laughing and had flown away. As I was walking back toward my home to go in the front door of my house, I heard more laughter coming towards me. I gazed up again, and saw a tiny little formation of blackbirds hurriedly flying to catch up with the others. They gave me one more sanctified moment of Heaven sent laughter, just one more taste of their sweet laughter before I entered my home. I was so happy, for I love laughing. In fact my mother and father named me Laughter after my great grandfather, when they named me Victor Isaac because in God's Word, Isaac means laughter. My parents surely named me properly, and I have enjoyed so many times of laughter with them, and now I have given my son the name Kaiden Isaac to continue the laughter. I think it is quite amazing that God knows exactly how to lift the spirit of each of His children. He can even lift one like me very high even though I struggle like everyone does with life's problems. So when I get a little down, I think of times past and begin to pray, and lo, and behold God sends me something that makes me experience indescribable joy. In my case, He sometimes sends a little creation of His, such as a group of blackbirds, that it causes me to experience the epiphanies. Sometimes He sends other creations of His that are special to me; little secrets just between God and I. God has also given me so many, many friends that I can't contain them. What a joy they are to me, also. Whatever the case may be, He says in His Word in Hebrews 13:5, "I will never leave you nor forsake you," and He hasn't. I even tattooed His Word and Cross on my arm to remind me always of this promise of His. I even had the tattoo made in flames with the fire of the Holy Ghost to even further remind me that I always have His Holy Spirit with me. Thank God for His Son, Jesus, who saved my soul, and thank God for the Holy Spirit. What a joy they have been to me through the darkest of times. Thank God for my family, and my friends. Thank God for the blackbirds. He knows exactly when to send them. God is so wonderful to create laughter in so many ways, but I am glad He chose to send me blackbirds on two different occasions. God let me hear them laugh, and laugh, and laugh, and it helped me, for sometimes I just needed a good laugh, and there God would go and send it to me in all types and varied ways. Like the Word of, God, also, states, in Proverbs 17:22, "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine. "My family, my friends, and all God's creations have certainly given me a merry heart. Oh, and by the way, did I forget to mention God's Gators? May glory be to God in the highest! In Loving Memory of Victor Isaac Jensen, July 20, 1981 — January 7, 2007, MOM. IN APPRECIATION OF VIC-MIRACLE II

EDNA NORRIS MANLEY MILLARD Sept. 26, 1910 - Jan. 4, 2007 Born Edna Irene Norris in Downsville, Louisiana, Edna passed away peacefully at the age of 96 at Manor Care Nursing Home in California. Edna is survived by her daughter Frances (Manley) Voss and husband Henry of San Marcos, and grandson Louis Whitfield and wife Erin of Bakersfield. At Edna's request there will be no public services. Interment will be at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, Louisiana.

THURSTON R. WATTERS Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Thurston R. Watters, age 70, are scheduled for 2:00PM Tuesday, January 23, 2007, at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, LA. Visitation wil be held Tuesday from 12Noon until 2:00PM at Goldens. Mr. Watters, a retired salesman, passed away Friday, January 19, 2007. He was a resident of West Monroe, formerly of Bastrop. He is preceded in death by his parents, W.D. & Myrtis Watters. He is survived by his wife, Susie Watters of West Monroe; son, Troy L. Watters of Monroe; brother, Ronny Watters & wife Carolyn of Monroe.

Ernie Mae Bass, 73
DRY PRONG — Ernie Mae Bass, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday in Church of God of Prophecy, Pineville. Visitation will be at the church after 3 p.m. today. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Donald O'Neal Cain, 79
Donald O'Neal Cain of Monroe, retired from International Paper Co., died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Charles Dray, 76
Charles Dray of West Monroe, a brick mason, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Community Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time for services. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Charles W. Dupree, 67
Charles Wayne Dupree of Calhoun, a surveyor for Denmon Engineering, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 10 a.m. Tuesday until time for services at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Hazel M. Fincher, 77
DELHI — Hazel M. Fincher died Saturday. Arrangements will be announced by Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Adelaide H. Frazier, 83
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Adelaide Henry Frazier, a former professor at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died Jan. 13. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Jan. 27 at Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church in New Orleans. She was buried Saturday in Garden of Memories.

Annie Wheat Hatten, 75
GRAYSON — Annie Wheat Hatten, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Fred Williams Sr., 89
SICILY ISLAND — Fred Williams Sr., retired from the state Department of Transportation and Development, died Wednesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Monday at New Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Hopewell Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Burial will be in the New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery under the Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ozell D. Kelin Young, 91
BASTROP — Ozell D. Kelin Young, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.Visitation is 1 p.m. until time for services.

Previously acknowledged
Bevels, Evelyn: 11 a.m. Monday, St. Clair Baptist Church, Ruston.
Deese, Vera Lee: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Dumas, Reather M: 1 p.m. Monday, King Jesus Worship Center. Winnsboro.
Slacks, Gladys Davis: 2 p.m. Monday, Greater Free Gift, Monroe.
Stinson, Metze Pippens: 4 p.m. today, Cox Funerla Home, Oak Grove

January 22, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

WILTON DANIEL "DANNY" CRAWFORD Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Wilton Daniel "Danny" Crawford, 52, of Rayville, LA will be 2:00PM, Monday, January 22, 2007 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville with Reverend Joe Senn and Bishop Larry E. Jammes officiating. Interment will follow in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Danny Crawford was born on August 27, 1954 in Rayville and passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Danny was a Rayville High School graduate and member of the Archibald Church of God. He was a farmer and recently an employee of Guide Corporation. Danny grew up hunting and fishing with his Daddy. He had a gift for gardening and cooking. Most of all he loved being surrounded by and sharing his life with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Crawford of Rayville, LA; children, Bradley Daniel Crawford of Rayville, LA, Brittany Larue Crawford of Rayville, LA and Hannah Irwin of Monroe, LA; granddaughter, Adrianna Rain; parents, Wilton and Ruby Crawford of Rayville, LA; brothers, Kenneth Ray Crawford and wife, Belinda, Donald Wayne Crawford and wife, Judy and Billy Michael Crawford and wife, Joy all of Rayville, LA and a host of Nieces, Nephews, Aunts and Uncles. Pallbearers will be Brad Greer, Bob Hammett, Scott Crawford, Craig Crawford, David Watson and Clint Thomason. To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes .com

CHARLES WAYNE DUPREE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Charles Wayne Dupree, 67, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 11:00AM, Tuesday, January 23, 2007, at Calhoun First Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Neil Everett, and Rev. William A. "Dub" Massey. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Dupree was born October 31, 1939 in Lufkin, TX and passed away January 20, 2007, in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Dupree was a retired surveyor for Denman Engineering, and a member of Calhoun First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his mother and father Emma and Ollie Dupree, and siblings Glenda Dupree Smith, Buster Dupree and Jimmy Dupree. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Dupree of Calhoun, LA; daughters, Brenda Turner and husband, Jim of Monroe, LA, Becky Hodge and husband, Bruce of Deridder, LA, and Julie Malatia and husband, Bobby of Garland, TX; son, Ed Farr and wife, Lynn of Adona, AR; sisters, Carolyn Butler and husband, Ben of Vicksburg, MS, Billie Brister of Prairieville, LA; a special nephew Kenny Warner; 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers will be Ed Farr, Brian Simmons, Logan Farr, John Turner, Jonathan Wilder, and Jason Wilder. Honorary pallbearers will be men of Calhoun First Baptist Church Sunday School Class. Family would like to especially thank Amedisys Home Health Care and Southern Care Hospice. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at First Baptist Church in Calhoun, La. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my cause, I have kept the faith." (2 Timothy 4:7) To God be the Glory forever. Memorials may be made to Calhoun First Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

EUGENE TRAVIS GREER Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. Eugene Travis Greer, age 88 , of Rayville, LA will be at 2:00PM Tuesday, January 23, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville with Rev. Charlie Hood officiating. Interment will follow in Greer Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Greer was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church. He was retired from the Louisiana State Highway Department. He resided at the Louisiana War Veterans Home for 10 years. He was also a veteran of World War II with the mounted patrol with the military police. Survivors include: wife of 60 years: Tommie Lucille Greer of Rayville, LA; 1 daughter: Linda Hollis and husband Bob of West Monroe, LA; 2 sons: Raymond Greer of Monroe, LA and Ernest Buddy Greer and wife Marilyn of Rayville, LA; 1 sister: Willie Mae Fortenberry of Rayville, LA; 6 grandchildren: Danny Ray Greer and wife Pam of West Monroe, Andrew Paul Greer of Ruston, Ramona Shelbrune and husband, Mike of Rayville, Linda Torrey and husband Weldon of Rayville, Julie Knight of Rayville, and Sabrina Kennedy of West Monroe; 8 great grandchildren: Alyssa Greer, Nicholas Greer, Allyson Knight, Dalton Knight, Cassie Torrey, Jackson Torrey, Nila Paige Kennedy, and Christina Abigail Kennedy. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Dale Greer, Charles Lee Greer, Andrew Greer, Paul Williamson, John DeYoung, and Kenny DeYoung. Honorary Pallbearers are Richard Oliveaux and Ted Seffens. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM on Monday, January 22, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

ANNIE WHEAT HATTEN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Annie Wheat Hatten, age 75 of Grayson will be held at 2:00PM, Monday, January 22, 2007 from the Pine Grove Apostolic Church near Kelly with Rev. LaVerl Shell and Rev. Johnny Barnhill officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Hebron Cemetery near Sikes. Mrs. Hatten was born in Williana, LA on March 3, 1931 to the union of Richard Randolph and Romella Sears Wheat and died Saturday, January 20, 2007 at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Jena. She was a homemaker and in years past worked with the LA Forestry Department at the Sikes Fire Tower. She attended Hebron Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: J.W."Short" Hatten, her sons: Dale Hatten and Bill Hatten and her grandson: Terry Hatten. Survivors include her sons: J.W."Little Boy" Hatten and Richard Hatten both of Kelly, her daughters: Noma Barnhill of Grayson and Tina Proffer of Kelly, her brother: Morgan Wheat of Grayson, fifteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joseph Barnhill, Randy Hatten, Morgan Wheat, Glen Barnhill, Khristopher Hatten and Christopher Woomer. The staff and residents of Golden Age Nursing Home will be honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be at the Pine Grove Apostolic Church, Hwy 506 East, Kelly, LA.

JOHN "BUD" HOWARD Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Graveside services for Mr. John "Bud" Howard, age 62 of Rayville, LA will be at 11:00AM Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Greer Cemetery near Rayville with Rev. Troy J. Dennard officiating under the directon of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Howard was preceded in death by his father; John "J.C." Howard and granddaughter; Amanda Kaye Wallace. He was a mechanic at Scott Truck and Tractor of Rayville for 37 years and passed away on January 20, 2007. Survivors include: mother: Lillian G. Howard of Rayville, LA; 2 daughters: Lisa Howard Wallace and husband, Steve of Rayville, LA, and Shauna Howard Bickham and husband, Ewell Dewitt of Jackson, LA; 1 brother: David Howard of Rayville, LA; 2 sisters: Anna Ruth Frith of Rayville, LA, and Edna Cardin of Rowlett, TX; 9 grandchildren: Whitney Wallace, Brandon Wallace, Jonathan Wallace, Jeremy Wallace, Justin Sullivan, Logan Wallace, Dewitt Bickham, Thomas Bickham and Charles Bickham. Grandsons will serve as Pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Monday, January 22, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

MR. JESSE WILLIAM LEA Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Jesse William Lea, 89, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Monday, January 22, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Benton Moore and Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Lea died on Sunday, January 21, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a member of the McClendon Baptist Church and was a charter member of Community Baptist Church. Mr. Lea was a member of the Masonic Lodge #419 and the North Louisiana Shriners and a 32° Mason/ Monroe Scottish Rites. He built Liberty Ships during WWII and was a jack of all trades, master mechanic, heavy equipment operator and pipeliner. He worked eight years for Tennessee Gas Transmission, was the owner of Lea's Magneto and Electric Service and Lea's Trolling Motor. Mr. Lea was instrumental in starting the Little Boys Baseball in West Monroe. He built the first weight room for the WMHS Rebel Football Program. Mr. Lea was an avid outdoorsman and was the past president of the Ouachita Valley Hunters Association and helped repopulate the white tail deer herd in North Louisiana. He always had a good story to tell. Mr. Lea is preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Nicholas and Lillie Bozeman Lea; two brothers, Roan and Fred Lea and by three sisters, Audrey Guess, Nannie Mae Wales Mixon and Louise DeLee. Survivors include his wife of sixty-nine years, Eva Worthey Lea, two daughters, Betty Sue Griggs and N. Ann Antley and husband Billy; son, William Martin "Pete" Lea; four grandchildren, Jerry Griggs, Clint Griggs, Acacia Antley and Brett Antley; eight great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren and sister, Betty DeLee. Pallbearers will be Mr. Lea's grandsons, Jerry Griggs, Clint Griggs and Brett Antley, nephews, Dickie Worthey, Jim Worthey and Rick Worthey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rat Townsend and Billy Wales. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until service time Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the McClendon Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ROBERT HERMAN RAGUS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Robert Herman Ragus, 74, of Monroe, LA will be at 1:00PM Tuesday, January 23, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Weldon Bares and Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating. Graveside services will be held at 4:00PM at Lake Providence Memorial Cemetery in Lake Providence, LA. Mr. Ragus was born June 30, 1932 in Epps, LA and passed away Sunday, January 21, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a superintendent for many years and retired as a project manager in pipeline construction. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Lake Providence. Mr. Ragus was a very social and outgoing person who loved his family and friends, but especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Louise L. Ragus of Monroe, LA; five daughters, Vicki Choat and husband Les of Sterlington, LA, Micki Laney and husband Ben of Sterlington, LA, Terri Barry and husband Dale of Monroe, LA, Kathi Jeter and husband Rusty of Atlanta, GA, and Staci Bennett and husband Mark of Rayville, LA; grandchildren, Jason Choat, Leslie Wright, Samantha Slade, B. J. Laney, Jake Laney, Marcus Bennett, and Skyler Bennett; seven great grandchildren; sister, Claire Tweedy of Transylvania, LA; and brother, Morris Ragus of Pittsburgh, PA. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Seward, Sam Upton, Jack Humble, and all the other members of the early morning breakfast politician's table. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at the funeral home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

Deaths  listed Monday, January 22, 2007 in the Monroe News Star - Courtesy of Leona Paulk Hatten who typed this from the paper.

Charles Howard Butcher Sr., 76
   Charles Howard Butcher Sr., a retired chemical engineer, died Friday.  Services are 10 a.m. today at Emmanuel Baptist Church.  Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wilton Daniel Crawford, 52
   RAYVILLE – Wilton Daniel “Danny” Crawford, a former employee of Guide Corp., died Saturday.   Services are 2 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.  Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham.

Jettie L. Grizzard, 62
   Jettie L. Grizzard, a homemaker of Monroe, died Sunday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joshua Slade Hamilton, 1
   FRANKLIN PARISH – Joshua Slade Hamilton, son of Kathy McKinney Hamilton, died Saturday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Young’s Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jesse William Lea, 89
   Jesse William Lea, a retired master mechanic of West Monroe, died Sunday.  Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Pearlie McGee, 86
   Pearlie McGee, a homemaker of Monroe, died Saturday.   Services are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alexis Dianne Ponder, 9
   JIGGER – Alexis Dianne Ponder died Saturday.   Services are incomplete under the direction of Young’s Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Sybil H. Beatty Smith, 85
   RUSTON – Sybil H. Beatty Smith, a retired bookkeeper, died Saturday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Leslie Sproles Sr., 93
   WISNER – Leslie Sproles Sr., a retired farmer, died Sunday.   Services are incomplete under the direction of Young’s Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jesse C. Tucker, Jr., 80
   Jesse C. Tucker, Jr., a retired teacher of Monroe, died Sunday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

January 23 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. EVELYN BENNET CLAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Evelyn Bennett Clay, 88, of Madison, MS formerly of Rayville, LA, will be held at 1:00PM Wednesday, January 24, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Hugh Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Clay passed away at her residence on January 21, 2007. She was a member of Twin Lakes Baptist Church. Mrs. Clay was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. William Donald Clay and son, Donald Clay, Jr. Her life was devoted to her family. Survivors include her daughter, Peggy Clay Newton and husband Donald W. Newton of Madison, MS; brother, C.Y. Bennett, Jr. of Rayville, LA; grandchildren, Gary Lee Clay, Steven Clay, and Debra Ann Clay all of Texas; niece, Betty Livingston and husband, Max and nephew, Johnny C. Bond and wife JoAnn all of Rayville, LA; and niece, Margaret Eddington of Shreveport, La. Visitation will be from 12 noon Wednesday until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

FRANK COMPTON LEWIS Goen-Hudgens Funeral Home Denton, Texas Frank Compton Lewis, 83, of Denton, TX, died Friday January 19, 2007. Born on September 30, 1923 in Los Angeles, CA to Frank and Anna Lewis, he served in the Army Air Corps and survived Pearl Harbor. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Gaston Lewis and survived by his wife, Mary Lewis; sister, Lorraine Darrow of Delhi, LA; daughter Cherri Artrip, Virginia Beach, VA; son Jeff Lewis, Vilonia, AR; and four grandchildren. Memorial Service: Jan. 29, 12:30 p.m., Good Samaritan Chapel in Denton. The family requests donations in his memory to American Cancer Society, 3301 W. Freeway, Ft. Worth, TX 76107

MRS. KATHLEEN (HARRISON) LINCECUM Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Mrs. Kathleen (Harrison) Lincecum, age 74, of Georgetown, LA, passed away Monday, January 22, 2007, at The Oaks Care Center in Pineville, LA. Mrs. Lincecum was a retired school bus driver for the Grant Parish School Board and Georgetown High School. She was a member of the Georgetown United Pentecostal Church. She was the daughter of the late James Harrison and the late Nancy (Blackshear) Harrison. Mrs. Lincecum was also preceded in death by her brother, James Harrison. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Howard Leon Lincecum of Georgetown, LA; one daughter, Dewana Atwell and husband Willie of Georgetown, LA; two sons, Lynn Lincecum and wife Gail of Monroe, LA, Terry Lincecum and wife Robin of Georgetown, LA; six grandchildren Cary Lincecum, Will Atwell, Travis Atwell, Brandon Lincecum, Ryan Lincecum, and Leslie Lincecum; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty Jean Armstrong of Ball, LA, Rosemary Carver of Minden, LA, and Dianne O'Neal of Baton Rouge, LA. The family will receive friends at the Georgetown United Pentecostal Church from 5:00PM to 9:00PM Tuesday, January 23, 2007 and from 8:00AM to service time Wednesday, January 24, 2007. Funeral services will be held at the Georgetown United Pentecostal Church at 10:00AM Wednesday, with Bro. Donnell Spurgeon, Bro. Jimmy Griffin officiating. Interment will be at Lincecum Cemetery in Georgetown, LA under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield. Pallbearers will be Cary Lincecum, Will Atwell, Brandon Lincecum, Travis Atwell, Ryan Lincecum, and Delton Hatten. Friends may express messages of condolence online by visiting www.southernfuneralhome.com

JOY O. MALONE Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Joy O. Malone, 69, of Start, LA will be 2 PM Wednesday Jan. 24, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel Rayville, LA with Rev. Paul Carter officiating.With internment to follow in Start Cemetery. Mrs. Joy was a member of Start Baptist Church and a member of the United Auto Workers Union. She was also retired from the GM Guide plant. Mrs. Joy was preceded in death by her parents Auby and Joyce Smith, Grandsons Jesse Taylor, D.J. Malone and a Great grandson Ronny Freeland. She is survived by her husband David C. Malone, Sr, of Start, LA; Daughter Patrece Taylor of Rayville, LA; three sons; David C. Malone, Jr and Mary Jo of Rayville, LA, Gil Malone of Start, LA, and Reggie Malone and Tammy also of Start, LA 6 grandchildren; Dawn Holloway, Brandon Malone, Kayley Malone, Christian Garner, Reggie Malone, Jr. and Tammy Flack. 2 great grandchildren Amber Holloway and Sean Holloway. Pallbearers , Wendel Malone, Mickey Winn, Wesley Pace, Joel Henderson, Auby Smith and Raymond Little Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home. On line registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. LESLIE SPROLES Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mr. Leslie Sproles Sr., 93, of Wisner, LA will be held at South Central Baptist Church on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 2:00PM with Rev. T.J. Boyd and Rev. Mike Devillier officiating. Interment will follow at South Central Cemetery under the direction Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Sproles was born April 27, 1913 in Wisner, LA and passed away Sunday January 21, 2007 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro. He was resident of Wisner, a retired farmer, and a member of the South Central Baptist Church. He was preceded in Death by: Wife- Lela Anabelle Sproles, 3 Brothers, and 3 Sisters. Survivors include daughter Dorothy Lee Jones of Bastrop, LA, son Leslie "Sonny" Sproles, Jr, of Wisner, LA, daughter Shirley Elizabeth King of Wisner, LA; 2 step sons William Curtis King of Natchez, MS, and James Lee King of Bastrop, LA;1 sister Lillian Smith. He was also survived by 13 grand children, 28 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grand children. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com

BETTY LOU TIERNAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Betty Lou Tiernan will be 2:00PM, Thursday, January 25, 2007 at Messiah Lutheran Church in Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Dale Farley. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Tiernan was born December 20, 1924 and passed away on January 20, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph J. Tiernan, Sr. and her son, Joseph J. Tiernan, Jr. Survivors include her daughters, Joe Ellen Berger of Albany, NY, Patricia Dunlap and husband David of Monroe and Tina Graham and husband Lee of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Robert Cook, Beth Dunlap, Lisa Jo Harden Gerald, Kristin Graham, Daniel Tiernan, Summer Floyd and Jennifer Tipton; four great grand children. Mrs. Tiernan worked in the mortgage banking industry for many years. She worked for American Bank, First Fidelity Mortgage, Troy and Nichols and retired at J.P. Morgan Chase. After her retirement, she went back to school at ULM to learn painting. She also enjoyed working in her garden. Pallbearers will be family members and friends. Visitation will be 5:00PM— 8:00PM, Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at the funeral home and 1:00PM until service time at the church. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

MR. JESSE C. TUCKER JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jesse C. Tucker, Jr., 80, will be 2:00PM, Wednesday, January 24, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Collin Wimberly and William Peeples. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Tucker was born on June 5, 1926 in Bernice and passed away on January 21, 2007 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse C. and Cassie Tucker, Sr.; brothers, Charlie Tucker, Claude Tucker, Joe Tucker and Wade Tucker. Survivors are his wife of 56 years, Bettie Jean Plunket Tucker; daughter, Paula Jean Welker; sons, Billy Wayne Tucker and wife Carol, Joel Keith Tucker and friend Dianne Evans, Perry Lynn Tucker; 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; sisters, Shirley Jackson and Margaret Jackson; brothers, Terry Tucker and Barney Tucker. Mr. Tucker graduated from high school in the US Navy and also served his country. He later graduated from Louisiana Tech in 1951. He continued his studies and received his Masters at Northeast Louisiana University. During his life, he enjoyed teaching school, carpentry and masonry. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Swartz. Pallbearers will be Mark Tucker, Paul Tucker, Mike Tucker, Kerry Jackson, Barney Allen Tucker and Bryan Tucker. Alternate pallbearer will be John Arnold. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Bob Hitt Senior Adult Sunday school class. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 9:00PM, Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Online condolence messages to the family may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Allen Arnold, 60
CHOUDRANT — Allen Arnold died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Adrian B. Bryan, 79
BASTROP — Adrian B. Bryan, retired from International Paper, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jimmy W. Caskey, 53
JONESBORO — Jimmy W. Caskey died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery.

Beatrice Cheshier, 83
BASTROP — Beatrice "Bea" Cheshier, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Methodist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Patricia M. Davis, 49
TALLULAH — Patricia M. Davis died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lucille Wallace Dopson, 82
BASTROP — Lucille Wallace Dopson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Hazel M. Fincher, 77
HOLLY RIDGE — Hazel McKinney Fincher, a retired secretary with the Louisiana Department of Rehabilitation, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holly Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

James Henry Foster II, 40
TALLULAH — James Henry "Bo" Foster II, a truck driver, died Monday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Dunn Church of God under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Martha F. Goldsberry, 93
HOMER — Martha Fortson Goldsberry, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Arlington Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Gladys Gott, 70
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Gladys Gott, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Jim Green, 84
WINNSBORO — Jim Green, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Augusta Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in State Place Cemetery, Gilbert.

Eugene Travis Greer, 88
RAYVILLE — Eugene Travis Greer, a retired farmer and Louisiana Highway Department employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery.

Joshua Slade Hamilton, 1
WINNSBORO — Joshua Slade Hamilton, son of Mackie and Kathy McKinney Hamilton, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Shady Grove Cemetery, Jigger.

Kathy M. Hamilton, 29
WINNSBORO — Kathy McKinney Hamilton, a housekeeper, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Shady Grove Cemetery, Jigger.

Houston Harris, 78
Houston Harris of Monroe, a retired Monroe city employee, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Louise Hickingbottom, 88
GARFIELD, N.M. — Louise Sales Hickingbottom, formerly of Winnsboro, died Jan. 15. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

John 'Bud' Howard, 62
RAYVILLE — John "Bud" Howard, a mechanic, died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Greer Cemetery near Rayville under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

William Jackson, 72
William Jackson of Monroe, a custodian, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Lula Mae Lawson, 84
RAYVILLE — Lula Mae Lawson, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home.

Infant Loyd
DELHI — The infant son of Kamekia Loyd and Bruce Parks died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at McFarland Funeral Home.

Gwendolyn Norris, 50
RAYVILLE — Gwendolyn Norris, a medical caregiver, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Family Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Beatrice Pankey, 89
HOLDEN — Beatrice Pankey, a School for the Deaf house parent, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Alexis Dianne Ponder, 9
JIGGER — Alexis Dianne Ponder, a student, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Robert Herman Ragus, 74
Robert Herman Ragus of Monroe, a retired pipeline construction worker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Graveside services are 4 p.m. today at Lake Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Infant Simmons
The infant daughter of Juaneshia Simmons died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Dorothy Annette Smith, 44
Dorothy Annette Smith of West Monroe died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sybil H. Beatty Smith, 85
RUSTON — Sybil H. Beatty Smith, a retired bookkeeper, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.

Leslie Sproles Sr., 93
WISNER — Leslie Sproles, a retired farmer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at South Central Baptist Church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Chanel Tindall-Bailey, 6
Chanel Tindall-Bailey of West Monroe, a student, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ella Threats, 60
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ella Threats, a domestic employee, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Saturday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Way-Away Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Thurston R. Watters, 70
Thurston R. Watters of West Monroe, formerly of Bastrop, a retired salesman, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Dupree, Charles Wayne: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Frazier, Adelaide Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, New Orleans.

January 24 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MELBA DEAN PUCKETT BIGGS Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Melba Dean Biggs, age 68, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 2PM on Thursday, January 25, 2007 at the Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove. Reverend Matthew Cunningham will officiate. Burial will follow in the New Forest Cemetery in Forest, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mrs. Biggs died Monday, January 22, 2007 at the Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop, Louisiana. Mrs. Biggs was a lifelong resident of West Carroll Parish. She was a nurse for over 30 years serving in the Biggs & Golson Clinic in Oak Grove. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Thomas Grey Biggs, Jr. and her parents, Morris Puckett and Mattie Hales Puckett. She is survived by a brother, W. M. "Buddy" Puckett of Oak Grove; sister, Pearl Mills of Sadalia, Missouri; 5 nieces: Tammy Tomblin, Kathy Bass and Patti Burch all of Oak Grove and Diane Mills and Christine Mills of Missouri; 3 nephews, Gene and Tony Mills of Missouri and Don Mills of Chicago, Illinois; 3 great nieces, Brandy Bennett of Greensboro, North Carolina; Tonya Lancaster and Chasta Mayhall of Oak Grove; great nephew, Paden Posey of Oak Grove; a beloved friend, Debra Barnes of Oak Grove and numerous other great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are: Tommy Settoon, Clifton Ward, Joshua Nail, Cruz Barnes, Brian Kelly, Mickey Kelly and Kenny Peacock. Honorary Pallbearer is Dr. Jack B. Golson.

ETHEL MAE LEE Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro,LA Services for Mrs. Ethel Mae Lee, age 86 of Winnsboro will be at 10:00AM, Wednesday January 24, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Marion Collier and Rev. Kelly Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Lee was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her husband, Alvis Alton Lee. Survivors include: 2 Daughters: Sharon Sue Street and husband, Jimmy of Winnsboro.Jean Lee Bryan of Winnsboro; 3 Grandchildren: Juston Lee Street of Winnsboro.Alton Ray Bryan and wife, Jh'Anna of Fort Necessity. Sharon Suzanne Bryan of Fort Necessity; 3 Great-Grandchildren: Dakota Norris, Dyllen Bryan, and Zaylee Bryan; 2 Sisters: Maxine Wallace of Delhi; JoAnn Clark of Chatham. 2 Brothers: Travis White of Hebert. Lewis White of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be: Carl Wallace, Gilmer Lee, Greg Lee, Greg Ezell, Ricky Donnell, and Daryl Sasser. Visitation will be from 9:00AM till time of service at Mulhearn Funeral HomeWinnsboro. Online registry/condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. MILDRED TIDWELL RABB TOLBIRD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Mildred Tidwell Rabb Tolbird, 84, of Eros, LA will be held at 2:00PM Thursday January 25, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. David Womack and Rev. George Bonner officiating. Burial will be in the Walnut Grove Church Cemetery. Mrs. Tolbird was born on September 14, 1922 and passed away on Monday January 22, 2007 at her residence after a brief illness. She was a member of the Walnut Grove Methodist Church. Mrs. Tolbird was a retired nurse from St. Francis Medical Center with over twenty years of service. She was also a member of the Cadeville Eastern Star. Mrs. Tolbird is preceded in death by her husband, Donald G. Tolbird and son, James "Jim" Rabb. Survivors include her children, Frances Rabb Holloway and husband Roy, Mary Rabb Kimble and husband John Hardy, Joe Rabb and wife Wanda, Bobby Rabb, Brenda Rabb Carr, Richard Rabb and wife Liz, Linda Tolbird, Butch Tolbird and wife Marilyn and Karen Calderwood and husband Gary; twenty-five grandchildren; thirty-two great grandchildren; thirteen great-great grandchildren and daughter-in-law, Lillie Rabb. Pallbearers will be Richard Rabb, Bobby Rabb, Joe Rabb, Tim Holloway, Aubrey Carr and Casey Carr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Roy Holloway, John Hardy Kimble, Roy Carr and Tim Holloway Jr. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday January 24, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Floyd Jones and his staff and Mrs. Tolbird's Hospice caregivers, Susanne Hatton, Edna Floyd, Rochell, Donna, Mary Frances and any others we might have missed. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Allen Arnold, 60
CHOUDRANT — Allen Arnold died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Indian Village Cemetery, Calhoun.

Melba Dean Biggs, 68
OAK GROVE — Melba Dean Biggs, a nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Evelyn Bennett Clay, 88
MADISON, MS — Evelyn Bennett Clay, formerly of Rayville, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Ernest G. Davis, 82
FERRIDAY — Ernest G. Davis, an educator and coach, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Rosary services are 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) City Cemetery.

Jenetta Fields, 61
Jenetta Fields of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ethel Mae Lee, 86
WINNSBORO — Ethel Mae Lee, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Joy O. Malone, 69
START — Joy O. Malone, a retired GM Guide lap worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Start Cemetery, Start.

Pearlie McGee, 86
Pearlie McGee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Maeolla Montgomery, 64
BERNICE — Maeolla Montgomery, a retired housekeeper, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. at Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in County Line Cemetery, Spearsville.

Elbert Odom, 84
FARMERVILLE — Elbert Odom, a retired surveyor, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in City Cemetery, Farmerville.

Thomas Rease Shelton, 87
Thomas Rease Shelton of West Monroe, a banker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Loyce Marie D. Shively, 82
JONESBORO — Loyce Marie Dark Shively, a retired Clerk of Court, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories, Jonesboro.

Jewel Spiller, 84
Jewel Spiller of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Lou Tiernan, 82
Betty Lou Tiernan of Monroe, a retired Mortgage and Banking employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Messiah Lutheran Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Chanel Tindall-Bailey, 6
Chanel Tindall-Bailey of West Monroe, a student, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jesse C. Tucker Jr., 80
Jesse C. Tucker Jr. of Monroe, a retired well logger in oil and gas industry, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Carrie Ann Williams, 86
SPEARSVILLE — Carrie Ann Williams, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jacie L. Williams Jr., 55
Jacie L. Williams Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Bryan, Adrian B.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Caskey, Jimmy W.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Cheshier, Beatrice: 2 p.m. today, Memorial Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Dopson, Lucille Wallace: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Foster, James Henry II: 2 p.m. Saturday, Dunn Church of God, Dunn.
Frazier, Adelaide Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, New Orleans.
Goldsberry, Martha F.: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, graveside, Arlington Cemetery, Homer.
Gott, Gladys: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Green, Jim: 1 p.m. Thursday, Augusta Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Hamilton, Joshua Slade: 3 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Harris, Houston: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hickingbottom, Louise: 11 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Jackson, William: 1 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Norris, Gwendolyn: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita.
Ponder, Alexis Dianne: 1 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Smith, Dorothy Annette: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Smith, Sybil H. Beatty: 10 a.m. today, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston.Threats, Ella: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, LakeProvidence

January 25, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MISS CHANEL "SHAY" MARIE TINDALL-BAILEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Miss Chanel "Shay" Marie Tindall-Bailey, 6, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Thursday, January 25, 2007 at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church with Rev. Mark Foster officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Shay left us on Monday, January 22, 2007. She was born on September 16, 2000 in Monroe, LA. She attended the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Shay was a first grade student at Boley Elementary School. She enjoyed shopping for clothes, shoes and watching movies. Shay was her daddy's buddy and loved helping him. She was a joy to everyone she met. Shay is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Pete Bailey, Sr., and by her maternal grandparents, Rosalind and Robert Gardner. She is survived by father, Pete Bailey, Jr. of West Monroe, LA; mother, Leigh Tindall of Anchorage, AK; paternal grandmother, Genevieve Bailey; aunts, Darline Smith and husband Dr. William "Dub" Smith of West Monroe, LA, Peggy Dixon, of Sterlington, LA, Robbie Tindall of Anchorage, AK; uncles, Kelvin Bailey of Calhoun, LA, Darren Bailey, Darvin Bailey and wife Sandy of West Monroe, LA, Curtis Tindall of Fairbanks, AL, and Reggie Tindall of Anchorage, AK, and Jordan Curtis, Jr. of Neisjia, Silas; cousins, D.J., Ashley, Stormie, Brandy, Anthony, Tiffany, Chase, half-sister, Rachel Thibodeaux, and half-brother, Zack. Pallbearers will be Tony Sandusky, Darvin Bailey, Curtis Tindall, Darren Bailey, Kelvin Bailey and Horace Gentry. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Principal and Teachers of Boley Elementary School. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until Service time at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church. Memorials may be made to the Boley Elementary School in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VERNON L. MARTIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Vernon L. Martin, 79, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, January 26, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Gene Thomas, Rev. Forest Post and Rev. Milton Lenard officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Martin was born March 26, 1927, in Columbia, LA and passed away on January 23, 2007, at his home in West Monroe. Survivors include his beloved wife, Lenora Martin; sons; Jerry G. Martin and wife Joleen, Gary L. Martin and wife, Evelyn; sister; Nina F. Jones and husband Jerry, of Denison, TX; grandchildren: Jeremy G. Martin and wife Lauren, Justin L. Martin; Crystal M. Murphy and husband Shannon, Casey L. Martin and wife Kristi; great grandchildren, Zac Richardson and Cameron Martin (due in April). Mr. Martin was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, West Monroe Lodge 419, Monroe Scottish Rites, Barak Shrine Temple, Provost Guard, American Legion Post #13, and Local 659. He was an avid fisherman and hunter sharing his love of the outdoors with Lenora, his best friend and wife of 55 years. He was a Christian who loved gospel music and always enjoyed being a part of the annual Shriner's Circus. He loved his family and always had his grandchildren's desires at heart. Pallbearers will be grandsons; Jeremy Martin, Justin Martin, Casey Martin, Shannon Murphy, nephew, Jonathan Jones and family friend, Frank McDanell. Honorary pallbearers will be Provost Guard and Barak Shriners. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Special thanks to; Dr. Marx, Dr. Hammett, Dr. Archie and caregivers; Barbara Allen, Mary Wiggins and Rochelle. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MR. THOMAS REESE SHELTON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Thomas Reese Shelton, 87, of Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00PM Friday, January 26, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Burial will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Shelton died on January 23, 2007 at the Lincoln General Hospital in Ruston, LA. He was a retired Vice President with Central Bank and was a longtime member of the College Place Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Mr. Shelton was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Shelton loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with his family. In his retirement years, he also enjoyed square dancing, Cajun dancing and traveling. Mr. Shelton is preceded in death by his wife, Marie Hilburn Shelton and by two sisters, Edna Doreen Turner and Arlie Jackie Shelton Graffard. Survivors include his three children, Sherry Lynn Shelton, Tom Reese Shelton, Jr. and wife Debra, Carol Shelton Twyman and husband Richard; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and sister, Joyce Haynes. Pallbearers will be Chris Brownel, Walker Twyman, Jimmy Brownel, Richard Twyman, Donald Wayne Nolan, James Nolan, and Dennis Lemoine. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Thursday, January 25, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Lindsey A. Akinsola, 6 mo.
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Lindsey Abiola Akinsola died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Providence Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 to 5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Gladys Walker Burney, 93
Gladys Walker Burney of Monroe, a retired secretary, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Geraldine Dahlhauser, 81
TALLULAH — Geraldine Baker Dahlhauser died Wednesday.Services are 3:30 p.m. Friday at First Methodist Chruch, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah and 2:30 p.m. until time of service Friday at the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Jimmie Harris, 68
Jimmie Harris of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Richard Harrison Sr., 49
RUSTON — Richard Harrison Sr., a mobile equipment operator at Louisiana Tech University, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Old Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Simsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery, Simsboro.

Willie P. Jefferson, 47
TALLULAH — Willie P. Jefferson died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lee 'Monkey' Jones, 88
RUSTON — Lee "Monkey" Jones died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. Friday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Clay.

Lula Mae Lawson, 84
RAYVILLE — Lula Mae Lawson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Salem No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery, Collinston.

JaKeia T. Marshall, 2 mo.
JaKeia Tyshelia Marshall, infant daughter of Kwanna Marshall and Vanieal Kelly, died Saturday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Pearlie McGee, 86
Pearlie McGee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery, Monroe.

Dennis W. Richmond, 55
DELHI — Dennis Wayne Richmond, a painter, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Monroe.

Betty Lou Tiernan, 82
Betty Lou Tiernan of Monroe, retired from Mortgage and Banking, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Messiah Lutheran Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mildred Rabb Tolbird, 84
EROS — Mildred Tidwell Rabb Tolbird, a retired nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Charles Edward Varner, 62
FOREST — Charles Edward Varner, a Carroll Oil Company employee, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Douglas D. Williams, 2 yrs.
RAYVILLE — Douglas DaCamron Williams, infant son of Vanessa Williams, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at True Light Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Harvey Williams Jr., 58
HOUSTON, TX — Harvey Williams Jr., formerly of Monroe, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King Ollie Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Arnold, Allen: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Biggs, Melba Dean: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Caskey, Jimmy W.: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Davis, Earnest G.: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday.
Foster, James Henry II: 2 p.m. Saturday, Dunn Church of God, Dunn.
Frazier, Adelaide Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, New Orleans.
Goldsberry, Martha F.: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, graveside, Arlington Cemetery, Homer.
Gott, Gladys: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Green, Jim: 1 p.m. today, Augusta Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Harris, Houston: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe.
Montgomery, Maeolla: 1 p.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Norris, Gwendolyn: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita.
Odom, Elbert: 1 p.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Shively, Loyce Marie Dark: 11 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Tindall-Bailey, Chanel: 2 p.m. today, Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church, West Monroe.
Threats, Ella: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence

January 26, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

GLADYS WALKER BURNEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for Gladys Burney will be held at Fellowship Cemetery in Caldwell Parish, Friday, January 26, 2007 at 11:00AM under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Glenn Gore. Visitation will be in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane in Monroe from 9:00AM to 10:00AM. Mrs. Burney was born in Columbia, LA January 15, 1913 and passed away January 24, 2007 at the age of 94 at Riverside Nursing Home. Mrs. Burney was preceded in death by her parents: John Willie and Izora Walker; her sons: Walker Duckett and Wayne Burney; her three sisters, one brother, one great granddaughter: Brandi Duckett and one great great grandson: John Paul Duckett. She is survived by her daughters: Mary Stowell, Billie Jean Stamper and husband, George Stamper and her loving daughter-in-law: Jo Ann Duckett. She had 7 grand children, 14 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons: Glenn Stamper, Gary Stamper, Walker Duckett, Jr., Terry Duckett, Michael Stamper and Scott Stamper. The family of Mrs. Burney would like to give a special "thank you" to the staff at Riverside Nursing Home and Dr. Daniel Hutton. We would also like to thank a special friend, Mr. Lovell Hayden for his kindness and time spent during this time. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MARY EVELYN REGINA "PUDD" HEMPHILL CORR Seale Funeral Home Denham Springs, LA A memorial service will be held for her at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, Louisiana, at 10:00AM on Saturday, January 27, 2007. Rev. Carl Shurte, Brother Joel Hemphill and Rev. David Hemphill will be speaking. A wonderful wife, mother, sister and friend, Pudd Hemphill Corr, 72, passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 11:13 p.m., surrounded by her children. She was born on November 5, 1934, in West Monroe, Louisiana, to Rev. W. T. Hemphill, Sr. and Etta Andrus Hemphill. She was preceeded in death by her parents; husband, John Lagoghaire Corr, III; daughters, Dana Carol & Dawn Claire; brothers, Lt. Col. W.T. "Dubb" Hemphill, Jr. and Rev. Daniel Hemphill; and sisters, Ruth McKeithen, Bethel Wolff and Lois Wingate. She is survived by her children and their spouses; Lauren Elaine Corr, Denham Springs; John L. "Rusty" Corr, IV and wife Wendy, Denham Springs and Gabe Corr and wife Kelly, Metairie. She is also survived by her precious grandchildren, Kaitlin Gabriella Corr and Gabriel Owen Corr, Jr.; step-mother, Beatrice Hemphill, West Monroe; sisters Verba Spillers and husband Howard, Minden; Juanita Kelley, Birmingham; Rita Mayo and husband James, West Monroe; Anna Gayle Hicks and husband Jerry, West Monroe; Brenda Deason and husband Marvin, West Monroe; brothers Rev. Joel Hemphill and wife LaBreska, Nashville, and Rev. David Hemphill and wife Leah, Nashville; and in-laws, Tommy Corr and Roslyn Corr, Metairie, and Edward Corr and wife Jane, Anna, Texas.

GERALDINE BAKER DAHLHAUSER Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Geraldine Baker Dahlhauser, 81, of Tallulah will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Tallulah, LA, on Friday, January 26, 2007 at 3:30PM. The Rev. Jean Foreman will officiate with the Rev. Ramon Warren assisting. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Dahlhauser was born September 15, 1925 in Plainview, AR, to Fred and Noma Morgan Baker. She died Wednesday, January 24, 2007 after a long battle with cancer. She spent her early years in Pointe Coupee Parish but moved to Tallulah in the winter of 1942. She graduated from Tallulah High School in 1944 and attended Northwestern State University for three years. Survivors include her husband, Clement Dahlhauser, four children, John Dahlhauser and wife Amy of Washington; Dianne Owens and beloved son-in-law Lester of Houston; Jim Dahlhauser and wife Holly of Tallulah; Judy D. Franklin of Tallulah; grandchildren Lauren Owens Galle and husband Frank of Fayetteville, AR; Kris Sevier, Kasey Franklin, and Jamie Dahlhauser of Tallulah, Jason Owens and wife Emily of Houston, Joanne Dahlhauser and Carolyn Kling of Washington; and great-grandchildren Scott Snow of Washington and Jason Owens, Jr., of Houston. Geraldine Dahlhauser was a member of the First United Methodist Church where she served on the Administrative Board and as Chairperson of the Council on Ministries. She was past President of United Methodist Women for 4 years, Vice-president for 2 years, and Secretary for 2 years. She was very active in her community and served as President of the Madison Parish Family and Community Education Council for 2 years, President of the Walnut Bayou Family and Community Education Club for 12 years. Mrs. Dahlhauser was also a member of the Madison Parish Historical Society, The National Trust for Historic Preservation and a charter member of the Republican Task Force. She served the Madison Parish School District for 10 years. Mrs. Dahlhauser was a resident of Madison Parish for over 60 years, and had a farming interest. Her hobbies included history, antiques, and travel. Mrs. Dahlhauser lived in Montrose Plantation House and worked to make it the first house in Madison Parish on the National Register of Historic Places, by the United States Department of the Interior. Pallbearers will be Dan Copes, Joe Florice, Vaughn Antley, Lester Owens, Frank Galle, Billy Paulette, James L. Harmon, Jr., and Marshall Sevier. Honorary pallbearers will be the grandchildern and great grandchildern: Lauren Galle, Carolynn Kling, Kris Sevier, Joanne Dahlhauser, Jason Owens, Kasey Franklin, Jamie Dahlhauser, Scott Snow and Jason Owens, Jr. The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice Care Services, especially Sissy Marsh, Candice Collins, Brenda Lee, and Veronica Griffin for their care and support. A special thanks to Dr. L.P. Neumann, Beenes Health Mart, Madison Parish Hospital, and Becky Gunn. Also special thanks to Dr. James Moore, Dr. David Wahl, and Dr. Richard O'Donovan.

BILLY RAY UNDERWOOD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. Billy Ray Underwood, 59, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00PM Saturday, January 27, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Burial to follow at Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Underwood was born on October 13, 1947, in Columbia, LA to John Irvin and Marie Pardue Underwood. He passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Mr. Underwood saw much of the world while being in the United States Navy. He retired from the United States Navy after spending many happy years being stationed in Hawaii, Scotland, Virginia, Long Beach, CA, and visited many other countries including Spain, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Mr. Underwood is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Tommy J. Underwood, Woodrow, Monroe and Marshal Underwood, and sister, Ella May Underwood Chisolm. He is survived by his sister, Faye Underwood of West Monroe, LA; his brother, Quillie N. Underwood of Monroe, LA; his son, Robert John Underwood of Cape Coral, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday, January 26, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Doris Charrier, 69
MONTEREY — Doris Charrier, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Acme Free Methodist Church, Monterey. Burial will be in the church cemetery at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Patricia M. Davis, 49
TALLULAH — Patricia M. Davis died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Backland Cemetery, Byson.

Thomas James Esters, 41
RAYVILLE — Thomas James Esters, a trash technician, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Doris Everfield, 53
Doris Everfield of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jettie Grizzard, 62
Jettie Grizzard of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday in Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden.

Bobby Ray Herring, 78
MARION — Bobby Ray Herring, a directional driller supervisor, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Birds Chapel Cemetery, Truxno. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Bernice. Burial will be in Birds Chapel Cemetery.

Mary Ignont, 64
Mary "Dancing Mary" Ignont of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery, Powell Street Extension, Monroe.

Willie E. 'Buck' Kinman, 84
RUSTON — Willie E. "Buck" Kinman, a driller for oil industry, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Clay. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Prospect Cemetery, Clay.

Charles Ray Martin, 55
SCHRIEVER — Charles Ray Martin formerly of West Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Chauvin Funeral Home, Houma. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Gray.

Vernon L. Martin, 79
Vernon L. Martin of West Monroe, a welder, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Mae Montgomery, 64
BERNICE — Mae Montgomery, a housekeeper, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Countyline Cemetery, Countyline.

Vera Warren Moore, 82
RUSTON — Vera Warren Moore died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Simsboro under the direction of King Funeral Home, Ruston.

Mable M. Murray, 92
QUITMAN — Mable M. Murray, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Antioch Cemetery, Quitman. Visitation is 8:30 a.m. until service time at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Trudy Lyles Rinehart, 87
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Trudy Lyles Rinehart, a florist, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Thomas Reese Shelton, 87
Thomas Reese Shelton of West Monroe, a banker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun.

Charles E. Varner Sr., 62
FOREST — Charles Edward Varner, a Carroll Oil Company employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Harvest Assembly Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m.-8 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Carrie Ann Williams, 86
SPEARSVILLE — Carrie Ann Williams, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Pleasant Hill AME, Strong, Ark. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Jacie L. Williams, 55
Jacie L. Williams of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday in Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Adilee Cemetery, Alto.

Xander Williamson, 3 mo.
WINNFIELD — Xander Williamson, infant son of Denny and Crystal Williamson died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Choudrant United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Burial will be in Indian Village Cemetery, Calhoun.

Previously acknowledged
Akinsola, Lindsey A.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Providence Baptist Church.Davis, Earnest G.: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday.
Foster, James Henry II: 2 p.m. Saturday, Dunn Church of God, Dunn.
Frazier, Adelaide Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, New Orleans.
Goldsberry, Martha F.: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, graveside, Arlington Cemetery, Homer.
Gott, Gladys: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School auditorium, Lake Providence.
Harris, Houston: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harrison, Richard: 11 a.m. Saturday, Old Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Simsboro.
Jones, Lee 'Monkey': 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay.
Lawson, Lula Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday at Salem No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Marshall, JaKeia T.: 1 p.m. today, Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe.
McGee, Pearlie: 11 a.m. today, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe.
Montgomery, Maeolla: 1 p.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Norris, Gwendolyn: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita.
Richmond, Dennis W.: 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Threats, Ella: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Williams, Douglas D.: 2 p.m. today at True Light Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Williams, Harvey Jr.: 11 a.m. Saturday, King Ollie Baptist Church, Monroe.

January 27 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

TYRELLE CARTER COLVIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Tyrelle Carter Colvin, 92 of Ruston, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 27, 2007. Interment will be at Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach, LA with Bro. Dale Oden and Bro. Terry Ganey officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Mrs. Colvin was born July 19, 1914 in Sharon, LA and passed away January 25, 2007 in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Colvin was a member of First Baptist Church Dubach, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband Coy Colvin and son in law Wayne Barfield. Mrs. Colvin is survived by daughters; Gloria Colvin Delony and husband Charles of Baker, LA, Priscilla Colvin Barfield of Ruston, LA; son: Willie C. Colvin, Jr. and wife Shirley of Ruston, LA; brother: W.H. Carter of Sharon LA.; 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Willis Delony, Brandon Yesse, Greg Ferrel, Neal Barfield, Josh Beckham and Travis Gray. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Dubach, LA or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DAN W. GREEN Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Dan W. Green, 68, will be held at 2:00PM on Sunday, January 28, 2007 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bros. Marty Black and Forrest Post officiating. Interment will follow at Camp Creek Cemetery, Spearsville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Green was a retired tool pusher/consultant with the oilfield, a member of First Baptist Church of Bernice and had served 2 years in the U. S. Marine Corps. He died January 25, 2007. Preceding him in death were his parents Leonard & Diamond Green; wife, Helen Barron Green and brother, David "Buzzy" Green. Survivors include his son: Keith Green and wife, Kim of Monroe; 3 daughters: Vicky Key & husband, Red of Dubach; Teresa Hutto of Dubach, and Keri Green of Farmerville; 2 brothers: Joe Green of Harrisonburg, LA, and Mickey Green of Ruston; 2 sisters: Sara Green of Bernice and Diana Burke of New York; 7 grandchildren: Chris, Holly, Tyson, Cynthia, Jamie, Shelbi and Lexi; 1 great grandchild: Ashley; 2 special sisters-in-law and husbands: Peggy & Charlie Futch and Deborah & Gary Johnson. Numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Pallbearers are Steve Futch, Terry Morris, Michael Johnson, John Roan, Tyson Baldwin and Max Gaskin. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home. Friends may send online messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com

JANICE MANN San Carlos, CA Janice Mann was called home to be with her Lord on December 30, 2006, after a short illness. Janice was born on May 26, 1920 in Delhi, Louisiana to Pearl and Virgie Jackson. Janice had an unwavering, unselfish commitment to the needs of her family and she cherished times spent with her many friends. She is survived by her husband, Bill Mann Sr., daughter Shirley Kettell (Rich) of Redwood City, CA, son Bill Mann, Jr. (Gaylynne) of Woodside, CA, sister Iris Lester of Delhi, LA, brothers Jimmie Jackson (Lillie) of Benton, LA and Terrell Jackson (Sue) of Bastrop, LA, sister-in-law Fay Jackson of Marion, LA. She is also survived by grandchildren Jody Freshwaters (John) and Eric Anderson, of San Carlos, CA, Lori Mann of Madrid, Spain, Rebecca Boardman of 29 Palms, CA and great-grandchildren Allison, Kirsten and Matthew Freshwaters of San Carlos, CA, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Kenneth Mann, brother Ray Jackson of Marion, LA and sister Sara Curtis of Melbourne, FL. Services were held January 5, 2007 at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in Menlo Park, CA.

THERESA LYNNE ISAAC EBARB METHVIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Theresa, 46, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, January 28, 2007 at Conway Baptist Church in Conway, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Coy Upshaw and Rev. Kevin Daniel. Interment will follow in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Theresa was born on May 26, 1960 and passed away on January 26, 2007 at Union General Hospital after a lengthy illness. She is preceded in death by her step-dad, Ralph Gambrell. She is survived by her mother, Yvette Gambrell of Farmerville, LA; father, Charlie Isaac of Farmerville, LA; children, Jessica Shirey and husband Jason of Farmerville, LA; Jennifer Aaron and husband Dale of Sterlington, LA; Jansen Ebarb of Farmerville, LA; grand-daughters, Macie Claire Shirey and Mina Lynne Aaron. Sisters and brothers ,Charles Isaac and wife Joyce of Farmerville LA; William Isaac and wife Tina of Epps, LA; Roy Isaac and wife Rita of Truxno, LA; Charlene Waller and husband Dennis of Pioneer, LA; Steve and Kathy Isaac of Farmerville, LA; Dianne Saxon of West Monroe, LA; special friend Austin Thomas of Spearsville, LA, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be: Charles Isaac, William Isaac, Steve Isaac, Roy Isaac, Jason Shirey and Dale Aaron. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons of Conway Baptist Church. Visitation will be held at Conway Baptist Church, January 27, 2007, from 5:00PM until. Memorials may be made to Conway Baptist Church.

TIMOTHY E. PARKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Timothy E. Parker, 54 of Farmerville, LA will be held at 2:00PM, Sunday, January 28, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Bodie Spicer officiating. Interment will be held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Parker was born September 24, 1952 in Bastrop, LA and passed away January 25, 2007 in Shreveport, LA. Mr. Parker was preceded in death by parents: Emma Jewell Hattaway and Thomas Edward (Mule) Parker. Mr. Parker is survived by a son; Michael Presley; brother; Val Parker and wife Sheila; nieces and nephews; Tisha Jowers and husband, Brad, Branden Parker and wife, April, Micheal Parker, Duanne Kinney and husband Kevin, Matt Travis and wife Casey; great nieces and nephews; Travis, Kayleigh and Sarah Williford; and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Pat Phillips, Wayne Sirrott LaVelle Paschal, Jonathan Paschal, Nathan Traylor, Billy Fuller and Joshua Jackson. Honorary pallbearers; Pal Dean and Don Phillips. Visitation will be held Saturday from 6PM until 8PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

BILLY RAY UNDERWOOD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. Billy Ray Underwood, 59, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00PM Saturday, January 27, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Fred Taylor officiating. Burial to follow at Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Underwood was born on October 13, 1947, in Columbia, LA to John Irvin and Marie Pardue Underwood. He passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Mr. Underwood saw much of the world while being in the United States Navy. He retired from the United States Navy after spending many happy years being stationed in Hawaii, Scotland, Virginia, Long Beach, CA, and visited many other countries including Spain, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Mr. Underwood is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Tommy J. Underwood, Woodrow, Monroe and Marshal Underwood, and sister, Ella May Underwood Chisolm. He is survived by his sister, Faye Underwood of West Monroe, LA; his brother, Quillie N. Underwood of Monroe, LA; his son, Robert John Underwood of Cape Coral, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Dale McKinley, Kenneth Underwood, Wayne Underwood, Paul Eaton, Johnny Bryan, and Nathan Howard. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday, January 26, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Hayward B. Anderson, 92
QUITMAN — Hayward B. Anderson, a retired bag tender, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Olive West Cemetery in Bienville.

Lucy E.B. Bennett, 83
BASTROP — Lucy Ellen Bolding Bennett, a homemaker, died Thursday. The funeral is 2 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Olivia Tyrelle C. Colvin, 92
RUSTON — Olivia Tyrelle Carter Colvin, a housekeeper, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Velma Dixon, 86
STAFFORD, Texas — Velma Dixon died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Ed Gibson, 59
Ed Gibson of West Monroe, a retired painting superintendent, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roberta B. Howard, 84
Roberta B. Howard of Monroe died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Nettie Mae Traina, 80
JONESBORO — Nettie Mae Traina, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Hodge Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.

Billy Ray Underwood, 59
Billy Ray Underwood of West Monroe, retired from the U.S. Navy, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Mary Bess W. Washam, 93
LILLIE — Mary Bess Welch Washam died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Lillie.

Previously acknowledged
Akinsola, Lindsey A.: 11 a.m. today, Providence Baptist Church.
Davis, Earnest G.: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday.
Foster, James Henry II: 2 p.m. today, Dunn Church of God.
Frazier, Adelaide Henry: 1 p.m. today, Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, New Orleans.
Goldsberry, Martha F.: 3:30 p.m. today, Arlington Cemetery, Homer.
Gott, Gladys: 1 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Grizzard, Jettie: 11 a.m. today, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harris, Houston: 11 a.m. today, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harrison, Richard: 11 a.m. today, Old Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Simsboro.
Herring, Bobby Ray: 2 p.m. today, Birds Chapel Cemetery, Truxno.
Ignont, Mary: 2 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jones, Lee 'Monkey': 2:30 p.m. today, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay.
Lawson, Lula Mae: 11 a.m. today at Salem No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston.
Martin, Charles Ray: 10 a.m. today, Chauvin Funeral Home, Houma.
Montgomery, Maeolla: 1 p.m. today, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Murray, Mable M.: 10 a.m. today, Antioch Cemetery, Quitman.
Norris, Gwendolyn: 1 p.m. today, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita.
Rinehart, Trudy Lyles: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Threats, Ella: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Varner, Charles E.: 2 p.m. today, Harvest Assembly Church, Oak Grove.
Williams, Carrie Ann: 2 p.m. Sunday, Pleasant Hill AME Church, Strong, Ark.
Williams, Harvey Jr.: 11 a.m. today, King Ollie Baptist Church, Monroe.
Williamson, Xander: 2 p.m. today Choudrant United Methodist Church

January 28, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JUDITH ELAINE OTWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Judith Elaine Otwell, 85, West Monroe will be 3:00 PM Monday, January 29, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road with Rev. Calton Yeager officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Otwell was a member of College Place Baptist Church for 50 years. She was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church at the time of her death. She was a former employee of Selber Brothers Dept. Store. She was preceded in death by her husband Isaac Hardy Otwell,Sr. and grandson Tobin Kent Little. Survivors include Daughters; Patricia Elaine Modz and son-in-law Larry, Judith Ann Warner, Jo Ellen May and son-in-law Mike, Son, Isaac Hardy Otwell Jr. and wife Kathy, one brother, four sisters, 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Pallbears will be Jacob Owens, Herbie Otwell, Chris Sasser, Skip Little, Ron Little and Rick May. Visitation will be Monday, January 29, 2007 from 2:00 PM until 3:00PM at the funeral home on Sterlington Road. The Family would like a special Thank You to Shirley Horner, Cindy Elaine and Wonderful caregivers. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

THOMAS ARBY "PARKIE" PARKERSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. Funeral services for Mr. Thomas Arby "Parkie" Parkerson age 84 of Columbia will be held 2:00PM Sunday January 28 , from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with the Rev's: Jack McKeithen and Gary Murrey officiating. Interment will follow in the Bosco Cemetery, north of Columbia. Thomas Arby Parkerson was born on August 26, 1922 to his parents Cleveland Columbus & Allie Dora (Swinnea) Parkerson . He was preceded in death by his parents and by the love of his life, his beloved wife Jo, and by numerous brothers and sisters. "Parkie" Parkerson as he was known, in his early years answered his nations call having served in both the United States Navy and the United States Army. He was known throughout his community, where he was employed as a ginner for many years both in Caldwell Parish and Texas. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 870 in Edgewood, Texas and Lodge # 164 in Columbia. Left to mourn his passing yet celebrate his life are his daughters and sons in law- Cathy & W .C. "Beaver" Beckley, Grayson; Norma Jo Parkerson and her fiancée Mike James of Kelly; and Renae & Larry Cubbit of Columbia. One son and daughter in law Charles "Tink" &wife Kathy Parkerson of West Monroe. One sister-Dessie Hindman of Wills Point, Tx ; ten grand children and 20 great grand children. Serving as pallbearers will be-Dewayne, Steve, Darren, Harold, and Hunter Beckley , and Clint Cubbit. Honorary pallbearers will be-Bob Pardue, Tom Callaway, Dennis Rowland, Hogan Beckley, Anastacio Herrera, Cameron Beckley, Caden Beckley, Codye Mardis, Cole Beckley, Zane Parkerson, Trent Parkerson, Neal Cubbit, Luke Cubbit, and Tanner Cubbit. Words of condolence may be sent to the Parkerson family at riserfuneral@aol.com . Visitation for Sunday will be from 9AM until time of service at the funeral home.

DR. FRED J. TEASTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Dr. Fred J. Teaster will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 29, 2007 at North Monroe Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Dye officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park-Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-Monroe. Dr. Teaster was born April 5, 1940 in Hayti, MO, and died January 26, 2007 in Minden, LA, of heart failure during a River Oaks basketball game. Dr. Teaster was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. He was an Optometrist for over 35 years, and had practices in West Monroe and Farmerville. One of Dr. Teaster's most rewarding pastimes was serving as assistant coach at River Oaks. He was also an avid golfer. Dr. Teaster was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia and Leonard Teaster. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Judy Teaster of Monroe; two daughters, Shelia Ginn and husband Keith of Monroe and Jansen Clary and husband Greg of Lakeland, FL; brother, Dr. Len Teaster and wife Martha of Pocahontas, AR; five grandchildren, Tyler Ginn, Lance Ginn, Karlin Aloisio, Blake Aloisio and McCrae Clary, and a host of nieces, nephews and close friends. Pallbearers will be Ben Powell, John Hunter, Jim Gray, Robert Neal, Arthur Earl and Glen McAdams. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of River Oaks Basketball Teams. Memorials may be made to North Monroe Baptist Church- stained glass Fund in memory of Dr. Teaster. The family will receive guests from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-Monroe.

LOIS FAVA WINDHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Lois Fava Windham, 90, of Monroe will be 10 AM Tuesday January 30, 2007 at St Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Joe Puthuppally officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00PM Tuesday at Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, MS under the direction of Mulhearn funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Mrs. Windham was born in Goodman, MS August 26, 1916 and Died in Monroe on January 26, 2007 at St Joseph Nursing Home. She was in the restaurant business all her life and for many years owned Delmo's Café in Greenville, MS and the Tower Grill in Monroe. She is proceeded in death by her husbands Delmo Fava and J.C. Windham both of Greenville, MS; daughter Thelma and son Walton. Survivors include Patricia and Nick Britt Jr. of Murry, KY, Paul and Sheila Fava of Boulder City, Nevada, Robert and Jimmie Lou Fava of Orange Beach, Al, Anthony and Flor Fava of Anniston, Al and two step children Johnny and Malanan Windham of New Orleans and Marie Beekham of Jackson, MS. 14 Grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday January 29, 2007 5:00PM until 7:00PM with a vigil Wake and Rosary at 6 PM at the funeral home on Sterlington Road. Online Registry /Condolences: www.Mulhearnfuneralhome.com

January 29, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

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January 30, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DR. FRANK A. CAIN Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Dr. Frank A. Cain of Lake Providence, Louisiana will be 2:00PM, Friday, February 2, 2007 at graveside in the Lake Providence City Cemetery. He is preceded in death by his parents: Gordon Dunn Cain , Ola Arbuthnot Cain, and step-mother, Ruth Finklea Cain. Dr. Cain is survived by his wife: Katherine Cain of Lake Providence, Louisiana; son: Frank Arbuthnot Cain Jr. & wife Ann of Brandon, Mississippi; daughter: Kathy Brandt & husband Chris of Magnolia, Texas; son: Gordon R. Cain & wife Kathy of Mandeville, Louisiana; 8 Grandchildren & 4 Great-Grandchildren.

BOBBIE THOMAS EDWARDS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Bobbie Thomas Edwards, 86 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, January 31, 2007, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery, Jena, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Edwards was born September 5, 1920, in Jena, LA, to the late Tom and Minnie Adams Edwards, and passed away January 28, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lois Huff Edwards. Mr. Edwards was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe for 22 years and a former active member of Temple Baptist Church in Jena for many years. He retired as a superintendent from the oil fields in Northeast Oklahoma. Mr. Edwards loved the outdoors, especially quail hunting, bird dogs and fishing. In high school he was an outstanding basketball player. He served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Willie Jean Young Edwards; daughter, Brenda Edwards Nolen; 2 granddaughters; Kelli Nolen Sciara and husband, Carlo, and Amanda Nolen Cole, and husband, Jacques; 3 great grandchildren, Carlo Sciara IV, Nicholas Sciara and Brady Cole; 5 step-children, Leslie, John, Joel, and Kathy Furr, and Joan Furr Hurder; 6 step- grandchildren, 3 step-great grandchildren; brother; Roy Edwards and wife Doris, of West Monroe; 2 nieces, Delores Harville, Elaine Painich; 1 nephew; Lee Edwards. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Green, Oscar Head, Harold Bates, Sam Brinson, Hoyt Lee, A. J. Burns. Visitation will be Tuesday evening, January 30, 2007, from 5:00 to 7:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. In lieu of floral tributes, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family @ www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

LUCILLE R. FISHER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Graveside services for Lucille Reeves Fisher, age 87 of Monroe will be held at 2:00PM, Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at the Columbia Hill Cemetery in Columbia with Rev. Chuck Stapleton officiating. Mrs. Fisher was born on June 8, 1919 and died Monday, January 29, 2007 at St. Francis North Medical Center in Monroe. She was a retired seamstress. She was also a member of the College Place Baptist Church in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, four sisters and her grandson: Mike Page. Survivors include her daughter: Gloria Roye and her husband: Paul, her grandchildren: Ashley Fortenberry Farrell and her husband: Patric, Justin Fortenberry and his wife: Angela, Lauren Nicole Page and Dustin Michael Page, her great-grandchildren: Dennon Farrell, Dayton Farrell and Kade Michael Fortenberry and several nieces, nephews and special friends. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Bishop, Patric Farrell, Justin Fortenberry, Jerald Reeves, Ronald Reeves and Tod Richie. Visitation will be Tuesday from noon until 1:45PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA.

MR. J.J. MAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. J.J. May, 82, will be 1:00PM, Wednesday, January 31, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Reverends Waymond Warren and Pat Guice. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. May was born on December 26, 1924 and passed away on January 28, 2007. He was preceded in death by his parents, Georgie Chambers Williams and Julius May. Survivors are his wife of 58 years, Virgie Pearl May of West Monroe; daughter and son-law, Al and Barbara May Roethlisberger of Monroe, son and daughter-in-law, John and Pat May, daughter and son-in-law, Mike and Patricia May Thompson, son, Jeff May all of West Monroe; grandsons, Albert W. Roethlisberger, John C. Roethlisberger, Robert Patrick May, John Charles May, Jay Garrett Thompson and Joel Patrick Thompson; granddaughter, Anne Alicia Roethlisberger; 9 great grandchildren; uncle, Clyde C. May; first cousins, Molly May, James Earl Walters, Carolyn Guice, Rusty Brown, Martha Brown , Robert May, Travis May and Sara Virginia May Duck. Mr. May was a member of Fairpark Baptist Church. He also was a Sunday school teacher, Brotherhood Leader and a deacon. He was retired from South Central Bell. He was an avid WMHS and LSU fan. He served his country during WWII as a corpsman in the Navy. His family would like for him to be remembered as a loyal family man who never met a stranger. Very special thanks to Dr. Ron Hammett, Dr. Keith White and the nursing staff and ICU at Glenwood Hospital for their care and compassion of their father. Pallbearers will be Robert Patrick May, John Charles May, Albert William Roethlisberger, IV, John Chambers Roethlisberger, Russell C. Brown and Bob Harrell. Honorary pallbearers will be Herb Peterson, Jack Gaston, Joe Rodgers, Durwood Beardon, Tony Tichelli, Fontaine Renwick, Russell A. Brown and Arnold Ray Hendricks. Visitation will be 5:00 — 8:00PM, Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

BILLY JOE TRAYLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Billy Joe Traylor 75, of Conway Community, LA will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Mr. Glen Nale. Interment will be at Conway Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Traylor passed away on January 28, 2007 after a brief illness, He is a member of Conway Baptist Church, served in the United States Air Force in the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Detro Traylor, sister Lona Gay Albritton and brother Robert Claude Sharp, parents, Joe Bertis Traylor, mother, Claudia Tugwell Traylor Sharp. He is survived by his brother, Harlon Traylor and wife Doris of Baton Rouge, LA; Vernon Sharp and wife Theresa of Conway Community, LA; sister's, Joyce Canterberry of Conway Community , LA; Sandra Holloway and husband Ronnie of Truxno, LA; Bonnie Harvey of Conway Community, LA; Delores Vines and husband Ralph of Farmerville, LA; aunts, Mattie Belle Barnhill and husband Wayne of Monroe, LA; Ola Mae Maddry of Mt. Vernon, TX; Etta Mae Traylor of Conway Community, LA, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers: Barnie Canterberry, Andy Canterberry, Dwain Traylor, Alvin Bennett, Christopher Albritton and Cody Albritton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Baptist Children's Home of Monroe, LA. Online messages may be sent to: www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

BONNIE JEAN WYLY Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Bonnie Jean Wyly of Lake Providence, LA will be 11:00AM, Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at First United Methodist Church in Lake Providence, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband: William Norris "Bill" Wyly; daughter: Beth Wyly; daughter Jeannie Wyly Moser: father: Norman Bruce Golson; mother Evie Mae Golson. Mrs. Wyly is survived by daughter: Martha Ann Deviller, Baton Rouge, LA; son-in-law: Keyth Devillier, Baton Rouge, LA; daughter: Mary Frances Price, Kansas City, Missouri; son-in-law Dr. John Price, Kansas City, Missouri; daughter: Jane Paris, Vicksburg MS; son-in-law John Paris, Vicksburg, MS; brother: Dr. Jack Golson, Oak Grove. LA; brother: Ross Golson, West Monroe, LA; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grand child. Pallbearers Keyth Devillier, Robert Waxman, Dr. John Price, John P. Paris, John Bennett Price.

Dinzenio Armstrong, 22
BERNICE — Dinzenio Armstrong, laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Floyd Armstrong, 68
DUBACH — Floyd Armstrong, a logger, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Cemetery, Sharon, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Robert Glen Bartmess, 29
Robert Glen Bartmess of Monroe, a pipeline worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Baskin Baptist Church, Baskin. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

R. Eloise Burnett, 64
R. Eloise Burnett of West Monroe, a sitter, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Luna Methodist Church Cemetery, Luna. Visitation is 9 a.m. until noon Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Montene N. Copeland, 91
MER ROUGE — Montene Neel Copeland, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bonita Cemetery, Bonita.

Ben Curtis Jr., 73
Ben Curtis Jr. of Monroe, a former St. Francis employee, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Elizabeth Ann Davis, 35
Elizabeth Ann Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Stevie Clyde Evans, 82
Stevie Clyde Evans of West Monroe, an Entergy lineman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Earlene S. Harrison, 79
Earlene Spillers Harrison of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Dennis Henderson, 51
FARMERVILLE — Dennis Henderson died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Marion Baptist Church, Marion. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Marion Cemetery, Marion under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Homer.

Marie Hilburn, 94
RUSTON — Marie Hilburn, a schoolteacher, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Louizia G. Howard, 61
Louizia G. Howard of Monroe, a scrub technician, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Roberta Howard, 84
Roberta Howard of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Linda Renee Hunt, 52
BASTROP — Linda Renee Hunt, a retired senior care aide at Morehouse General Hospital, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Bonne Idee Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Baby Boy Jones, Infant
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Baby Boy Jones, infant son of Nicole Jones, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Joseph M. Kerrigan, 74
Joseph M. Kerrigan of West Monroe, retired from Lamar Outdoor Advertising, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mildred W. Melton, 93
JONESBORO — Mildred Williams Melton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories, Jonesboro.

Donald Ivan Mitchell, 87
FERRIDAY — Donald Ivan Mitchell, a retired finance officer, died Monday. Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday is in charge of arrangements.

Laserith Pound, 6 weeks
DUBACH — Laserith Pound, infant son of Leola Pound, died Jan. 22. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Brigitte A. Rainwater, 57
Brigitte Armbruster Rainwater of Monroe, a registered nurse, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Leroy Reed, 66
WISNER — Leroy Reed, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Geneva L. Smith, 88
Geneva L. Smith of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, under the direction Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Tina Marie Sirmons, Infant
Tina Marie Sirmons, infant daughter of Juaneshia Sirmons of Monroe, died Jan. 21. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Autumn Spruell, Infant
FARMERVILLE — Autumn Spruell, infant daughter of Nathan and Summer Spruell, died Friday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Rocky Branch Cemetery, Rocky Branch, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Opal M. White, 80
JONESBORO — Opal M. White, a housewife, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Jelyreya Williams-Wooten, Infant
Jelyreya Nicole Williams-Wooten of Monroe, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Bonnie Jean Wyly, 80
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bonnie Jean Wyly, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Gordon, Dale Leroy: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Trinity UMC, Ruston.
Johnson, Kayla Broadway: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Traylor, Billy Joe: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Windham, Lois Fava: 10 a.m. today, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe.

January 31, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

KIMBERLY LADONNA BALL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Ms. Kimberly LaDonna Ball, 34, of Valley, AL, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, February 1, 2007 at Liberty Baptist Church with Bro. Tony Smith and Bro. Mark Foster officiating. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Ball passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2007 in Valley, AL. She was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church in Valley, AL. She was a loving mother, daughter and best friend. She is survived by her daughter, Megan LaKae of Valley, AL; parents, Art and Carolyn Walters of Downsville, LA, Harry and Wilma Ball of Waterport, LA, two brothers, Joey Lamar of Pioneer, LA and Bryan Keith of Hawley, PA, grandmother Eula Rose of Ruston, LA, a special friend, James Daniel of Opelika, AL, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and a nephew and a host of cousins. Pallbearers will be Brad Bryan, Ken Rugg, Dino Taylor, Billy Van, Johnny Cox, and Dale Hayes. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike McKenzie and Albert Smith. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOE KERRIGAN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Joe Kerrigan, 74, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00 PM Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Carl Shurte and Rev. David Mayo officiating. Burial to follow at Crowville Masonic Cemetery in Crowville, LA Mr. Kerrigan was a member of Living Way Apostolic Church. He retired from Lamar Advertising with 50 years of service and loved fishing, farming, and family. Mr. Kerrigan is preceded in death by parents, Bill and Carrie Kerrigan, sisters, Helen Dunn and Nettie Temple, and a brother C. M. Kerrigan and a granddaughter, Dianna Gayle Roberts. He is survived by his wife, Wanda P. Kerrigan of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Jan Roberts and husband Rusty of Wisner, LA, Nan Roberts and husband Ricky of Wisner, Shelley Tidwell and husband Chet of Jonesboro, LA, sister, Lela Walker and husband Kenneth of Baskin, LA, brother, Willie Kerrigan and wife Carol of West Monroe, LA, 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends. Pallbearers will be Nick Kerrigan, Rodney Kerrigan, Darrell Waller, Scotty Weatherly, Scott Dunn, and Lyn Walker. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Waller and Keith Dunn. Visitation will be from Noon until Service Time at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. C. W. LENARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. C.W. Lenard, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 1, 2007 at Luna Assembly of God Church with Joel Brackett and Leonard Sapp officiating. Interment will be in Luna Assembly of God Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Lenard was born August 5, 1927 in West Monroe, LA and passed away Janaury 29, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Dan Lenard; sister, Gertrude Sweet; brothers, James Lenard, Frankie Lenard and Dewey Lenard. Mr. Lenard is survived by his wife of 58 years; Mary Murphy Lenard; daughters; Diane Brown, Annette Townsend; sons; Charles "Cooter" Lenard and wife Kathy, Mark Lenard; sisters; Helen Stowe, Barbara Russell and husband Reginald, Geraldine Jarrell, Carol Lenard, Gay Sikes and husband Mike; brothers; Daniel Lenard and wife Norma, Gerald Lenard and wife Pat, Jimmy Lenard and wife Betty Jo; grandchildren; Wendy Terrell and husband Ben, Kendra Brasher and husband Kevin, Luke Lenard and wife Laura, Danelle Roach and husband Shawn, Keith Townsend and wife Penny, Brian Townsend, Will Lenard, and Andrew Wanot; great grandchildren, Ashlyn "Tootsie Roll" Roach, Cooper Brasher and Colton Brasher. Mr. Lenard was owner and operator of C.W. Lenard Cabinet Shop for over 45 years. He was also a longtime member of Luna Assembly of God. Pallbearers will be Keith Townsend, Luke Lenard, Brian Townsend, Ben Terrell, Kevin Brasher, Shawn Roach, Will Lenard and Andrew Wanot. Honorary pallbearers will be brothers-in-law. Visitation will be at Wednesday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MRS. LOU V PARKER MAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Lou V Parker May, 84, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Thursday, February 1, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Graveside service will be held at 1:30PM Thursday at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson, LA. Mrs. May died on January 29, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital. She was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. Mrs. May retired as an office manager with Montgomery Wards with over 25 years of service. She was very family oriented and loved to work in her flower beds. Mrs. May was preceded in death by her three husbands, Maloy Warner, A. G. Patterson, and Garland May and three brothers. Survivors include her children, Dr. Dennis M. Warner and wife Jill; Dianne Warner Szarek all of Monroe, LA; Rita Warner Tucker and husband Bob of West Monroe, LA; and Martha Patterson Rambin and husband John of Pelican, LA; two sisters, Odessa Martin and Elsie Ruth Cannon both of Monroe, LA; brother, James Parker of Grayson, LA; grandchildren, Todd Holloway, Dane Warner, Rip Warner, Whitney Warner, and Patrick Canizaro; and numerous great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons, nephews, and sons-in-law. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home.

GINA LYNN MOSS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gina Lynn Moss, 39, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 1, 2007 at Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church, Calhoun, LA, with Rev. Jimmy Masters officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Gina was born September 20, 1967 in Minden, LA and passed away January 29, 2007 in Calhoun, LA. Gina was preceded in death by her father, Thomas T. Moss, Sr.; brother, William "Randy" Moss; sister, Lavena "Anne" Kennedy; step-father, Jesse M. Pace. Gina is survived by her mother, Lavena Pace; her twin brother, Samuel L. Moss, Sr., and wife Janet, Thomas T. Moss, Jr. and wife Kim, Adam R. Moss and wife Karla; brother-in-law, Donald Kennedy; and special friend, Gary Sims; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00PM until 9:00PM and Thursday, from 10:00 AM until service time at 2:00PM at Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MRS. BRIGITTE ARMRUSTER RAINWATER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Brigitte Armbruster Rainwater, 57, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, February 1, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Rainwater was born on February 16, 1949 in Heidenheim, Germany. She was a graduate of Albrecht Thaer Gymnasium in Hamburg, Germany, a graduate from Medical School of Berlin, Germany, held a PhD in Tropical Medicine from the University of Hamburg, Germany, specialization in OB and GYN, and also a nursing graduate of ULM. Mrs. Rainwater worked as a physician for 21 years in Berlin and Hamburg in anesthesia and OB/GYN, completed course in Tropical Medicine, multiple stays in Africa with fieldwork in a World Health Organization project in West Africa; Relief work during a famine in Mali, West Africa. Mrs. Rainwater was a member of the Honor Society Sigma Theta Tau International. She married R. Steven Rainwater in 1994 and moved to Monroe in 1996. Since her graduation from nursing school she has worked as a RN at St. Francis Medical Center in L&D and OB. Mrs. Rainwater traveled extensively in Europe, Africa, Asia, USA, and New Zealand. She enjoyed skiing, scuba diving, reading, cross stitching, and the outdoors. Mrs. Rainwater was preceded in death by her father, Hans Ulrich Armbruster, her grandparents, Hans Armbruster and Emilie Rauner Armbruster, and her maternal grandparents, John Heins and Paula Heidorn Heins. Survivors include her husband, Ronald Steven Rainwater of Monroe, LA; mother, Lotti Heins Armbruster of Hamburg, Germany; sister, Irene Armbruster Heine and husband Steffen of Oed, Germany; nieces, Paula Urban of Hamburg, Germany; Luise Heine of Regensburg, Germany; and Laura Heine of Siegen, Germany. Pallbearers will be George Scott, John Carr, John Carr, Jr., David Baird, Marcus Adams, and Courtney Dunn. Honorary pallbearers will be the doctors, nurses, and staff of the OB/L&D 4th floor at St. Francis Medical Center. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

Billy Bradley Jr., 43
TEXARKANA — Billy Bradley Jr., formerly of St. Joseph, a home health worker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Gladys Ford Doughty, 83
JENA — Gladys Ford Doughty, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service time Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Rhinehart.

Bobbie T. Edwards, 86
Bobbie T. Edwards of West Monroe, an oilfield superintendent, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Woodland Memorial Cemetery, Jena.

Doris Everfield, 53
Dorris Everfield of Monroe, a certified nursing assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in City Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jenetta Fields, 61
Jenetta Fields of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Ferriday Cemetery, Ferriday, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Billy 'Bo' Franklin Jr., 27
LIVINGSTON, Texas — Billy James "Bo" Franklin Jr., formerly of Olla, an oilfield worker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Oleavia Nolan Green, 93
FARMERVILLE — Oleavia "Crickett" Nolan Green died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Antioch Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jimmie Harris, 68
Jimmie Harris of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dennis Henderson, 51
FARMERVILLE — Dennis Henderson died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Marion Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Marion Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Homer.

Risinger Henderson, 80
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Risinger Henderson, formerly of Lillie, a retired accountant with Mobil Oil, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Antioch Church of Christ, Spearsville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Nakoa Ingles, 31
FARMERVILLE — Nakoa Ingles, a sitter, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John May, 82
John May of West Monroe, a communications supervisor, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Lawrence Minnifield, 66
Lawrence Minnifield of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Mildred C. Pennington, 87
FARMERVILLE — Mildred Christine Pennington, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Union Grove Cemetery, Lillie. Visitation is 10 a.m. — noon Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Millie Rosley, 95
Millie Rosley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alvin Scott, 60
Alvin Scott of Monroe, a janitor, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Macedonia Seventh Day Adventist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Jewel Spillers, 84
Jewel Spillers of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in City Cemetery, Monroe.

Rachel R. Stubblefield, 96
Rachel Ross Stubblefield of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Vivian Wooten Vorner, 79
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Vivian Wooten Vorner, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Opal Mary White, 80
KEITHVILLE — Opal Mary White, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Ida Williams, 75
Ida Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Armstrong, Floyd: 1 p.m. Thursday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach.
Bartmess, Robert Glen: 2 p.m. today, Baskin Baptist Church, Baskin.
Burnett, R. Eloise: 2 p.m. today, Luna Methodist Church Cemetery, Luna.
Copeland, Montene N.: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Howard, Louizia G.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Pound, Laserith: 2 p.m. today, Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach.
Reed, Leroy: 11 a.m. Thursday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Sirmons, Tina Marie: 11 a.m. today, graveside Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Spruell, Autumn: 1 p.m. today, Rocky Branch Cemetery, Rocky Branch.
Wyly, Bonnie Jean: 11 a.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Lake Providence.